Chickpea and Spinach Curry

Chickpea and Spinach Curry is one of our budget-friendly plant-based recipes.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon oil (or water for sautéing)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup coconut milk (or any plant milk for a lighter version)
• 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen spinach)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooked rice or flatbread for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil (or water) in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
   
   
2. Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
   
   
3. Stir in the cumin, turmeric, paprika, and chili powder, cooking for 30 seconds to release the spices’ flavors.
   
   
4. Add the chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and coconut milk. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
   
   
5. Reduce the heat and let it cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
   
   
6. Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
   
   
7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
   
   
8. Serve hot with rice or flatbread.

Cost-Saving Tips:

• Use dry chickpeas (soaked and cooked) instead of canned to save money.

• Swap fresh spinach for frozen to cut costs further.

• Substitute coconut milk with a homemade blend of water and a little peanut butter for creaminess.

Chickpea and Spinach Curry is not a soup. It is a curry dish with a thick, spiced sauce that coats the chickpeas and spinach. It’s typically served over rice or with flatbreads like naan or roti.

While it has a saucy consistency, it is not as liquid-heavy as a soup or stew. If you prefer a soup-like dish, you could add extra vegetable broth or water to adjust the consistency.

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