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Chickpea & Spinach Curry

Craving something hearty, healthy, and downright delish? Look no further than this chickpea and spinach curry. It's the go-to comfort food that not only satisfies your taste buds but also nourishes your body.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 210 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: Indian , Pakistani

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion Finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp ginger Grated
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp chilli powder Adjust to taste
  • 400 g chickpeas Canned
  • 100 g spinach Washed and chopped
  • 400 g canned tomatoes
  • 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • Coriander For garnish

Instructions

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  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown, about 5-6 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
  5. Add the ground coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. Stir well to coat the onions with the spices.
  6. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and cook for 5-6 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down and the flavours to meld.
  7. Add the drained chickpeas to the pot. Stir to combine them with the tomato and spice mixture.
  8. Pour in about 250ml water. Stir, cover the pot, and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.
  9. Gradually add the chopped spinach to the pot, stirring until it wilts down.
  10. Season the curry with salt, black pepper, and garam masala. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
  11. Simmer the curry for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavours to develop and the spinach to cook fully.
  12. Once the curry is well-combined and the flavours have melded, remove it from heat.
  13. Serve the chickpea and spinach curry over cooked rice or with your favourite bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust the chilli powder according to your preferred level of spiciness.
  • You can customise the recipe by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots if desired.
  • Nutritional facts:
  • The provision of nutritional information is done merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition Information

Calories 210kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Trans Fat 0.03g Sodium 1018mg (42%) Potassium 658mg (19%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 2657IU (53%) Vitamin C 19mg (21%) Calcium 115mg (12%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 210

% Daily Value*

Calories 210kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Sodium 1018mg 42%
Potassium 658mg 14%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 2657IU 53%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 115mg 12%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.