Nom Nom Chickpea Curry With Spinach! Recipe

Name: Nom Nom Chickpea Curry With Spinach!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups (1 can) garbanzo beans (organic canned); 1 pound fresh spinach; 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or olive oil; 4 pieces (cloves) fresh garlic; sliced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced) or ginger paste; 1.5 cups onion; diced; 1/2 cup fresh roma tomatoes; diced; 2.5-3 cups cups water (less if cooking in a pressure cooker); 1 tablespoon cumin seeds; 4 pieces whole cloves; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); 1 teaspoon turmeric; 4 pieces whole green cardamoms; 1 piece cinnamon stick; 1/2 teaspoon red chili/cayenne pepper powder; 2 teaspoons Currysutra curry powder; 2 teaspoons ground coriander powder; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves; chopped (garnish); 1/2 teaspoon Currysutra garam masala (garnish)

Servings: persons

2 cups (1 can) garbanzo beans (organic canned)
1 pound fresh spinach
2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or olive oil
4 pieces (cloves) fresh garlic; sliced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced) or ginger paste
1.5 cups onion; diced
1/2 cup fresh roma tomatoes; diced
2.5-3 cups cups water (less if cooking in a pressure cooker)
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
4 pieces whole cloves
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon turmeric
4 pieces whole green cardamoms
1 piece cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon red chili/cayenne pepper powder
2 teaspoons Currysutra curry powder
2 teaspoons ground coriander powder
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves; chopped (garnish)
1/2 teaspoon Currysutra garam masala (garnish)

1
Heat the ghee or oil and then add the cumin seeds, cloves, ginger and garlic.
2
Fry for 2 minutes and then add the onions. Cook until translucent.
3
Add the remaining spices except the garam masala and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4
Add the tomatoes and cook for another minute.
5
Add the garbanzo beans (chick peas) and the water to this mixture and bring it to boil.
6
Reduce heat and cook for 15-20 minutes on med low heat. Add fresh spinach during last 5 minutes.
7
Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and sprinkle on the garam masala.
8
Note: Serve with Basmati rice and puris (balloon bread) and raita and mango chutney. An addition of mango shake or sweet lassi or chai will also compliment this Punjabi delight!

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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

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups (1 can) garbanzo beans (organic canned), 1 pound fresh spinach, 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or olive oil, 4 pieces (cloves) fresh garlic; sliced, and more.

Yes, Nom Nom Chickpea Curry With Spinach! 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.

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Nom Nom Chickpea Curry With Spinach!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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