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Bowl of rice with cauliflower chickpea curry topped with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Spoon rests in bowl.

Chickpea Cauliflower Curry

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  • Author: Deryn Macey
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This easy 30-minute cauliflower chickpea curry is creamy, hearty and so delicious served with rice or fresh naan.


Ingredients

  • 1 medium white onion, diced (1 cup, 200 g) 
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped (15 g) 
  • 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced (5 g) 
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (omit and use water for oil-free)
  • 1 540 mL can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (approx. 2.5 cups) 
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped carrots (approx. 4 carrots, 300 g)
  • 2 red bell peppers, sliced (2 cups, 300 g)
  • 1 small to medium-sized head cauliflower, stems and leaves removed, chopped into florets (500 g) 
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste (28 g)
  • 4 tbsp yellow or red curry paste (56 g)
  • 1 14 oz can full-fat coconut milk (400 mL) 
  • 1/2 cup water 
  • salt
  • up to 1 tsp chili flakes, to spice preference (optional) 
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • cooked rice, for serving, optional

Instructions

  1. Saute Aromatics: Heat oil in a medium sauce pan over medium heat, add onion, garlic and ginger. Sauté until soft, approximately 2-3 minutes. 
  2. Add Tomato and Curry Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and curry paste and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Stirring often.
  3. Add Chickpeas and Vegetables: Add the chickpeas, carrots and. red peppers and stir until well coated. 
  4. Add Coconut Milk, Water and Cauliflower: Add the cauliflower, can of coconut milk and 1/2 cup of water. Season with salt. Bring to a simmer and allow to cook for 10-15 minutes until all the vegetables are tender. 
  5. Season and Serve: Taste and season with salt and pepper. Add chili flakes for additional heat, if you’d like. Remove from the heat and stir in chopped cilantro. Serve over a bed of rice.

Notes

Storing: Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freezer for up to 3 months. If frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated to your preference.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 236
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Protein: 6 g