If you’re looking for an easy-to-make recipe that is nutritious, delicious and meat-free then this is the recipe for you! This fresh and aromatic dish boasts of delightful flavours that you will surely enjoy and it only takes about 15 – 20 minutes to make 4 meals, not to mention that it is very nutritious and good for you!
For this recipe, I used fresh herbs and spices such as coriander, paprika, red chilli pepper, cumin and mild curry powder to bring the recipe together and to give bring the authentic fragrant, fresh, zesty and spicy taste that everyone is looking for in a great curry recipe. This recipe is not only delicious but nutritious as well. Not only do chickpeas contain high amounts of fibre, protein and iron, they also contain B6 and manganese, and the combination of these nutrients in the health benefits is just irrepressible. Chickpeas are known to aid in digestion, healthy blood sugar control, weight management, bone health, heart disease, diabetes and even cancer.
This recipe is perfect as a take-to-work meal, providing you with the nutrition and energy that you will need for the day, as well as keeping you filling full and satisfied! Enjoy!
WATCH HOW WE MAKE THIS CHICKPEAS CURRY RECIPE
Ingredients
- basmati rice (200g – uncooked)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 red onions (chopped)
- 2 cloves of garlic (chopped)
- 1 tbsp ginger purée
- 1 red chilli pepper (chopped)
- 1 tbsp mild curry powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- 1 tin of chopped tomatoes
- 1 tin of coconut milk
- 2 tins of chickpeas (drained & rinsed)
- fresh coriander (chopped)
- juice of ½ lime
- salt and pepper
Directions
- Cook the rice as per package instructions and set to one side.
- Heat the coconut oil over medium heat and add the onions and garlic to the pan. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add the ginger, red chilli pepper, mild curry powder, cumin powder, ground coriander and ground paprika into the pan and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the tomatoes, coconut milk and chickpeas. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Chop the coriander and add to the pan along with the lime juice.
- Serve with rice into 4 meal prep containers. Enjoy!
