15-Minute Vegetable Curry (with frozen veggies!)
This 15-minute vegetable curry turns a bag of frozen veggies, a can of chickpeas and creamy coconut milk into a fragrant, warmly spiced weeknight dinner. Serve it over basmati rice or with warm naan.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 small red onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch piece of ginger grated
- 1½ tablespoons good-quality curry powder adjust according to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk full-fat for the creamiest sauce
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 3 cups mixed frozen vegetables such as carrots, peas, corn, and green beans
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté 1 small chopped red onion for about 3 minutes until soft. Then, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1-inch grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in 1½ tablespoons of curry powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and ½ teaspoon of turmeric. Cook for 1 minute to release the flavors.
- Pour in a 14-ounce can of coconut milk and 1 cup of vegetable broth, mixing well.
- Add 3 cups of mixed frozen vegetables and a 15-ounce can of drained and rinsed chickpeas. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Let the curry cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. This curry goes well with rice or flatbread.
Notes
Using fresh vegetables: cut them into small, even pieces and add sturdier ones (carrots, potatoes, cauliflower) first. Simmer a few minutes longer, until tender.
Spice level: this version is mild. Add a pinch of cayenne or a sliced green chili with the garlic for more heat.
Storage: keeps 3 to 4 days in the fridge and up to 3 months in the freezer.
Nutrition (Estimate per Serving)
Calories: 424kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 489mgPotassium: 701mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 7095IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 7mg
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