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    February 22, 2018

    Cauliflower Chickpea Curry

    If you ever have a head of cauliflower sitting in your fridge and don’t know what to do with it (we’ve all been there) this is a great way to use it up!

    Hearty, comforting, and flavorful, this curry is great served over rice or with naan. Cook up a big batch and save the leftovers for a quick and satisfying weekday meal. 

    Cauliflower Chickpea Curry (Vegan, Gluten-Free)

    AuthorHannah

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    Yields4 Servings
    Prep Time5 minsCook Time25 minsTotal Time30 mins

     1 tablespoon coconut oil
     1 onion, finely chopped
     3 cloves garlic, minced
     1 inch thumb ginger, minced
     1 teaspoon ground cumin
     1 teaspoon ground turmeric
     2 teaspoon garam masala
     ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
     1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into florets
     1 15 oz (425g) can chickpeas
     3 medium tomatoes, chopped (or sub a 28oz can of diced tomatoes)
     ¾ teaspoon salt
     1 can light or full-fat coconut milk, plus additional water if needed
     3 cups chopped kale or spinach

    1

    In a deep skillet or pot, heat the oil and sauté the onion for a few minutes until translucent. Add in the garlic and ginger and the rest of the spices, and cook for another 2 minutes.

    2

    Add the chickpeas, tomatoes, cauliflower, coconut milk, and bring to a boil. Reduce to low heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, covered, until cauliflower is tender.

    3

    Add in kale/spinach, turn off the heat and cover with lid, and let sit for a few minutes until greens are wilted. Season to taste and serve over rice.

    CategoryMain Dishes

    Ingredients

     1 tablespoon coconut oil
     1 onion, finely chopped
     3 cloves garlic, minced
     1 inch thumb ginger, minced
     1 teaspoon ground cumin
     1 teaspoon ground turmeric
     2 teaspoon garam masala
     ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
     1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into florets
     1 15 oz (425g) can chickpeas
     3 medium tomatoes, chopped (or sub a 28oz can of diced tomatoes)
     ¾ teaspoon salt
     1 can light or full-fat coconut milk, plus additional water if needed
     3 cups chopped kale or spinach

    Directions

    1

    In a deep skillet or pot, heat the oil and sauté the onion for a few minutes until translucent. Add in the garlic and ginger and the rest of the spices, and cook for another 2 minutes.

    2

    Add the chickpeas, tomatoes, cauliflower, coconut milk, and bring to a boil. Reduce to low heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, covered, until cauliflower is tender.

    3

    Add in kale/spinach, turn off the heat and cover with lid, and let sit for a few minutes until greens are wilted. Season to taste and serve over rice.

    Notes

    Cauliflower Chickpea Curry (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
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    More Beans and Legumes

    • Blanched purple green beans with fragrant ginger soy dressing 姜蓉豆角
    • Chinese five-spice boiled soybeans (edamame) 五香煮毛豆
    • Red Lentil Dal (Masoor Dal)
    • Sichuan Dry-Fried Green Beans

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