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Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry

Savory Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry for Cozy Nights

This Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry is a comforting meal combining earthy sweet potatoes with hearty chickpeas, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 can chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
For the Spices
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder or favorite blend
  • 1 teaspoon cumin toasted for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper to taste
For the Sauce
  • 1 can coconut milk full-fat or light
  • 1 cup vegetable broth homemade is best
  • 2 cups spinach or kale fresh or frozen
For Garnish
  • 1 lime lime juice fresh squeezed
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling and dicing 2 medium sweet potatoes into bite-sized cubes. Rinse and drain a can of chickpeas, ensuring they are ready to soak up the delicious flavors. Chop one onion, minced garlic, and fresh ginger, setting them aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Next, toss in 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger, allowing them to cook for another 2 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of curry powder and 1 teaspoon of cumin, stirring to coat the onions. Allow the spices to toast for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the diced sweet potatoes and the chickpeas, ensuring they are well mixed with the spices. Pour in 1 can of coconut milk and 1 cup of vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Lower the heat and cover the pot, allowing the curry to simmer for 20-25 minutes. Stir occasionally until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Once the sweet potatoes are tender, stir in 2 cups of fresh spinach or kale, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the greens wilt.
  7. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the juice of 1 lime. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding salt or more spices if desired. Serve the curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Leftover curry tastes even better the next day! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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