Description
This creamy Greek Yogurt Chickpea Curry is a comforting vegetarian dish packed with warm spices, tender chickpeas, and a rich tomato-based sauce. Greek yogurt adds a velvety texture and tangy flavor, making it perfect for serving with rice or naan.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 2 teaspoons coriander
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 cans chickpeas (15 oz / 400 g each) or 3 cups cooked chickpeas
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (15 oz / 400 g)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Add the grated garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, curry powder, coriander, cumin, and turmeric powder. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Add a splash of water if the mixture becomes dry.
- Add the chickpeas, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Season with salt and black pepper, then stir well.
- Bring the curry to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more broth if the curry becomes too thick.
- Turn off the heat and allow the curry to stop bubbling. Stir in the Greek yogurt until fully combined and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
- Serve warm with rice or naan and garnish with fresh cilantro, green onions, or cashews if desired.
Notes
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Do not boil the curry after adding yogurt to prevent curdling.
- This curry stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Add spinach or peas for extra vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
