Creamy Chickpea Curry with Coconut and Basmati Rice
Discover a world of flavors in this creamy chickpea curry cooked in aromatic coconut milk and spices, served over a bed of fluffy basmati rice. This dish surprises with a delicate balance of spiciness and sweetness, perfect for a homey, comforting dinner.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add the finely chopped sweet onion, minced garlic, and fresh ginger to the skillet and sauté until they soften and become fragrant, roughly 3-5 minutes.
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Add the cooked chickpeas, finely diced fresh tomatoes, light coconut milk, curry powder, cumin powder, finely chopped red chili (if using), salt, and ground coriander to the skillet.
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Stir all the ingredients together to combine.
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Turn up the heat to medium-high and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes, until the curry has thickened slightly.
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Place the hot cooked basmati rice in bowls and ladle the curry over the top.
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Sprinkle the curry with finely chopped fresh cilantro just before serving.