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Vegan Chickpea Curry Oil Free

A delightful and nutritious vegan curry that combines chickpeas with aromatic spices and coconut milk for a creamy texture, all without oil.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Indian, Vegan
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 can coconut milk can be substituted with almond or oat milk
  • 1 can diced tomatoes

Spices

  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric

To Taste

  • to taste salt
  • to garnish fresh cilantro

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by gathering all your ingredients. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and chop the onion, garlic, and ginger.

Cooking Base

  • In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Add Spices

  • Add the curry powder, cumin, and turmeric, and stir for about a minute until fragrant.

Incorporate Chickpeas

  • Add the chickpeas into the pot and mix well with the spices to coat them evenly.

Pour in Coconut Milk

  • Add the coconut milk and stir to combine all the ingredients into a creamy mixture.

Add Diced Tomatoes

  • Pour in the diced tomatoes and mix well.

Simmer the Curry

  • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and reduce the heat to low to let it cook for about 20 minutes.

Season to Taste

  • After 20 minutes, add salt to taste and stir well before serving.

Garnish and Serve

  • Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Serve with rice, naan, or salad.
Keyword Comfort food, Healthy Recipe, Oil Free Curry, Plant-Based Cooking, Vegan Chickpea Curry