Ingredients
– 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
– 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
– 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 2 tablespoons curry powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon turmeric
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to create a mouth-watering Butternut Squash Curry with Chickpeas:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Start by peeling and dicing the butternut squash. Rinse and drain the chickpeas. Set them aside.
2. Sauté Onion: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Incorporate Spices: Add curry powder, cumin, and turmeric to the onion mixture. Stir well to coat the onions in the spices.
5. Add Butternut Squash: Toss in the diced butternut squash, mixing everything for about 1-2 minutes.
6. Pour in Coconut Milk: Gently pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low.
7. Cook Until Tender: Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the squash becomes tender.
8. Add Chickpeas: Once the squash is tender, fold in the chickpeas. Cook for another 5-7 minutes to heat through and blend the flavors.
9. Season to Taste: Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
10. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 10g