Description
Welcome the warmth and spice into your kitchen with this comforting Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry. This meatless meal brings together sweet squash and hearty chickpeas in a flavorful sauce. It is a dish that feels like a hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- 4 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed (about 1 medium squash)
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or naan bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until the spices are aromatic.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and coconut milk. Stir well to combine.
- Add the cubed butternut squash and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender when pierced with a fork.
- Stir in the rinsed and drained chickpeas. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Season with salt and black pepper to your liking.
- Ladle the curry over cooked rice or serve with warm naan bread. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- If you prefer a smoother curry, you can blend a portion of the cooked squash mixture before adding the chickpeas.
- For extra depth, add 1 teaspoon of garam masala during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Taste your butternut squash before adding salt; some are naturally sweeter than others.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
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- Trans Fat: 0g
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- Cholesterol: 0mg