Name: Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: Serves 4-6
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil; 1 large onion, finely diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 2 tablespoons curry powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat); 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes; 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk; 1 cup vegetable broth; 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped; Fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and cooked rice for serving

Instructions

Prepare the base

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Add the spices

Stir in the curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toast the spices for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning and to release their flavors.
Cook the sweet potatoes

Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the pot and stir to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to slightly brown and absorb the flavors.
Add liquids and chickpeas

Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Add the drained chickpeas and stir to combine everything. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Simmer until tender

Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Finish with greens

Once the sweet potatoes are tender, stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until it wilts into the curry. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve

Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry

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