Easy Chickpea Curry

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (150 grams), chopped
• 2 cloves garlic (6 grams), minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste (15 grams)
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (1 gram)
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander (1 gram)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin (1 gram)
• 1 teaspoon garam masala (1 gram)
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce (425 grams)
• 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk (400 grams)
• 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas (850 grams), rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup frozen peas (50 grams)
• Salt to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and ginger paste and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Stir in the turmeric, coriander, cumin, and garam masala. Cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
5. Add the tomato sauce, coconut milk, chickpeas, and peas. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the curry has thickened.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.

Nutritional Information:

One serving (1 cup) contains approximately:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Protein: 15 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and aromatic curry with a creamy coconut milk base
• Mildly spicy with the perfect balance of flavors
• Packed with chickpeas and peas for a hearty and protein-rich dish
• Easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal

User Comments:

• "This curry is so easy to make and incredibly flavorful. The coconut milk gives it such a creamy and rich texture."
• "I love the combination of chickpeas and peas in this dish. It's a great way to get a healthy serving of protein."
• "The perfect comfort food on a chilly evening. The spices and aromas are just intoxicating."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have tomato sauce, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of tomato paste dissolved in 1 cup of water.
• Feel free to add other vegetables to this curry, such as diced carrots, potatoes, or green beans.
• Serve with rice, roti, or naan bread for a complete and satisfying meal.