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Vegan Masala Recipe
Roasted sweet potato and chickpeas meet a coconut-tomato sauce fragrant with cumin, coriander, turmeric and garam masala.
Recipe by Craig LogueHow our recipes are created
From the kitchen
This Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry comes together quickly, making it a wonderful dish for any occasion. It’s rich in texture and flavor, perfect for sharing around the dinner table.
Serving idea
Serve with basmati rice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a complete meal.
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Cook the recipe
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
In a small bowl, combine the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil or aquafaba, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and fresh cracked pepper, tossing to coat. Spread the mixture evenly on a lined baking sheet.
Roast the sweet potatoes for about 30 minutes or until they are fork-tender and lightly browned.
While the sweet potatoes roast, prepare the curry base. In a skillet over medium heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil or aquafaba and 1 chopped onion, then sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 1 teaspoon curry powder, 2 teaspoons cumin, 2 teaspoons coriander, 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric, and 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala. Sauté for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
Add 1 x 15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed, 1 x 15 oz can diced tomatoes, 1 cup vegetable broth, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes.
Pour in the coconut milk and 1 tablespoon lemon juice, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to low and let it gently simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.
Once the sweet potatoes are roasted, carefully incorporate them into the curry sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency, then serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
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