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Sweet Potato And Chickpea Curry

Sweet potato and chickpea curry with coconut milk and curry spices simmered until the sweet potatoes turn tender and creamy. Bright Indian-American flavors with chickpeas and diced tomatoes, finished with cilantro and lime.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Indian-American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sweet potato and curry base
  • 2 lb sweet potatoes Peeled and cubed.
  • 2 can (15 oz) chickpeas Drained.
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion Diced.
  • 4 clove garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger Grated.
  • 3 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 fresh cilantro For serving.
  • 1 lime Squeeze for serving.
  • 1 rice For serving.
  • 1 salt To taste.

Equipment

  • 1 Dutch oven

Method
 

Sauté the aromatics
  1. Heat the coconut oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat, then sauté the onion for 4 minutes until softened and glossy.
  2. Add the garlic and grated ginger, plus curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne, and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly darkened.
Simmer the curry
  1. Add the sweet potatoes, chickpeas, coconut milk, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth, stirring to coat everything evenly.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced.
Finish and serve
  1. Season with salt to taste, then serve hot over rice and top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

For the best texture, cut the sweet potatoes into even 1-inch cubes so they finish tender at the same time. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days in a covered container; reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave. Freezing is yes—freeze up to 3 months, then thaw and reheat until hot. For a dairy-free option, this recipe is already naturally dairy-free; if you want less heat, reduce or omit cayenne.