High Protein Chickpea Curry Recipe

Name: High Protein Chickpea Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 240 grams Chickpeas or garbanzo beans (I used canned beans); 400 grams Canned whole tomatoes (or tomato juice); 1 large Onions (finely chopped); 3 Green bell peppers; 1/2 Red bell pepper (if you have it); 1 Carrot; 80 grams Bacon (block); 3 clove Garlic (finely chopped); 2 tbsp Butter; 1 to 2 tablespoons Curry powder; 130 ml Water; 2 tbsp Honey; 2 Bay leaves; 2 tsp Soy sauce; 1 tsp Japanese style Worcestershire sauce; 1 heaping tablespoon Ketchup; 1 couple of pinches each Cumin, garam masala, cardamon, coriander powders; 1 tsp Balsamic vinegar

Servings: persons

240 grams Chickpeas or garbanzo beans (I used canned beans)
400 grams Canned whole tomatoes (or tomato juice)
1 large Onions (finely chopped)
3 Green bell peppers
1/2 Red bell pepper (if you have it)
1 Carrot
80 grams Bacon (block)
3 clove Garlic (finely chopped)
2 tbsp Butter
1 to 2 tablespoons Curry powder
130 ml Water
2 tbsp Honey
2 Bay leaves
2 tsp Soy sauce
1 tsp Japanese style Worcestershire sauce
1 heaping tablespoon Ketchup
1 couple of pinches each Cumin, garam masala, cardamon, coriander powders
1 tsp Balsamic vinegar

1
Use canned chickpeas cooked in water, and whole canned tomatoes.
2
Cut up the vegetables.
3
Finely chop the onion and garlic.
4
Cut the other vegetables and the block of bacon into 1 cm diced cubes.
5
Drain the chickpeas.
6
Heat a pan with the butter and garlic over low heat until it's very fragrant.
7
Add the onion, and saute over medium-low heat until caramelized.
8
Add the vegetables and saute lightly.
9
Add the bacon and saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
10
Add the curry powder, and saute (about 3 minutes).
11
Next, add the canned whole tomatoes, crushing them with a spatula.
12
(Or use tomato juice instead.)
13
Add the water, honey and bay leaf as well as the chickpeas.
14
Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 30 minutes over low heat.
15
(Don't cover with a lid!)
16
Stir occasionally so that it doesn't burn.
17
When the moisture has evaporated and the stew has reached the consistency shown here, it's good.
18
Add the ingredients to finish.
19
If you have the seasoning ingredients listed, adding just a little bit will improve the flavor.
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Bring to a boil and it's done.
21
Incidentally, I keep a variety of spices and curry pastes on hand.
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These are the curry powders and pastes I used this time.
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This is just a small part of my collection.
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I served this with naan bread this time, but it goes well with rice too.

470

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 240 grams Chickpeas or garbanzo beans (I used canned beans), 400 grams Canned whole tomatoes (or tomato juice), 1 large Onions (finely chopped), 3 Green bell peppers, and more.

Yes, High Protein Chickpea Curry falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

High Protein Chickpea Curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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