Curried Chickpea Bowl
A hearty bowl of basmati rice topped with creamy tomato-coconut chickpea curry, spinach, lime, and cilantro.
Instructions
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Step 1
Put the rinsed rice, water, and ½ tsp (3 gr) of the salt in the saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover, reduce to low heat, and cook until the water is absorbed.
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Step 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice rest, covered. Fluff it with a fork before serving.
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Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in the deep skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden.
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Step 4
Add the garlic, ginger, curry powder, and ground cumin. Stir until fragrant.
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Step 5
Stir in the tomato, coconut milk, chickpeas, and remaining ¾ tsp (5 gr) salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low heat and cook until slightly thickened.
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Step 6
Fold the spinach into the curry and cook over low heat until wilted.
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Step 7
Remove the curry from the heat and stir in the lime juice and cilantro.
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Step 8
Divide the rice among four bowls and spoon the chickpea curry over it. Serve hot.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate leftovers in shallow covered containers within 2 hours. Use within 3 to 4 days and reheat to 74°C before serving.
Risk factors
- Hot steam and simmering curry can cause burns.
- Cooked rice and curry require prompt refrigeration if not served immediately.