Chickpea Cauliflower Curry

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

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4.82 from 11 votes

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

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Asian

Diet: Vegan

Servings:

Author: Deryn Macey

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 can (540mL) 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 medium head of 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 can (14oz) full-fat coconut milk 400 mL
1/2 cup water
salt
1/2-1 tsp red pepper flakes optional, to spice preference
1/2 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
cooked basmati rice for serving, optional

Instructions

Saute Aromatics: Heat oil in a medium sauce pan over medium heat, add onion, garlic and ginger with a pinch of salt. Sauté until soft, approximately 2-3 minutes.
Add Tomato and Curry Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and curry paste and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Stirring often.
Add Chickpeas and Vegetable: Add the chickpeas, carrots and. red peppers and stir until well coated.
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.
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.

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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.

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