Chickpea and Sweet Potato Curry (Printable)
Hearty curry featuring sweet potatoes and chickpeas in creamy spiced coconut-tomato sauce
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
05 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
06 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
07 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
08 - 2 cups vegetable broth
09 - 1 cup coconut milk
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Spices
11 - 2 teaspoons curry powder
12 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
13 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
14 - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
15 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
16 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
17 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until translucent.
02 - Add garlic, ginger, and red bell pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Stir in curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
04 - Add sweet potato cubes and diced tomatoes. Mix well to coat the vegetables in the spices.
05 - Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
06 - Add chickpeas and coconut milk. Stir, then simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender and the curry has thickened.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
08 - Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Perfect balance of sweet from the potatoes and richness from the coconut milk
- One pot wonder that tastes even better the next day for lunch
02 -
- Sweet potato sizes vary wildly so test for doneness early to avoid mushy pieces
- The curry continues thickening off the heat so don't over reduce it while cooking
03 -
- Fresh curry powder makes a huge difference compared to jars that have been sitting in your pantry for months
- Add the lime juice just before serving to maintain its bright acidic punch