Caribbean Chickpea Curry

Name: Caribbean Chickpea Curry
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 large onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 can 14 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 can 14 oz coconut milk; 2 cups vegetable broth; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; Salt and pepper, to taste

30 min

As the aromatic steam rises from the rich, turmeric-spiced curry, the tender chickpeas and softened onions meld together in a velvety coconut milk base, with a vibrant freshness from the addition of chopped cilantro and scotch bonnet peppers. The warmth of cumin and coriander blends harmoniously with the slight heat from the scotch bonnet, creating a deeply satisfying and complex Caribbean-inspired curry. With a gentle simmer, the flavors intertwine, coating the chickpeas in a luxurious, slightly thickened sauce.

Ingredients

1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 can 14 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 can 14 oz coconut milk
2 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

1In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat, then sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2Add the minced garlic, chopped scotch bonnet pepper, and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
3Stir in the ground cumin and coriander, cooking for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
4Add the chickpeas, coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the pan, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
5Reduce the heat to low and let the curry simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded together.
6Season the curry with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the chopped cilantro.
7Serve the Caribbean Chickpea Curry hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.