Description
Chickpea Spinach Curry, or Chana Palak Masala, is a delightful and nutritious dish that brings the warmth and richness of Indian cuisine to your table. This quick and easy recipe features tender chickpeas simmered in a spiced tomato gravy with fresh spinach, making it a perfect choice for lunch or dinner. Not only is it budget-friendly, but it’s also packed with protein and vitamins, ensuring a healthy meal that’s bursting with flavor. With just 25 minutes of cooking time, this vibrant curry can be served on its own or paired with rice, naan, or even wrapped in tortillas for a satisfying meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoon sunflower or canola oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 inch ginger, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1/2 tablespoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili flakes
- 1.5 cups crushed tomatoes (400g)
- 2.5 cups cooked chickpeas (400g)
- 1/2 cup vegetable stock (120 ml)
- 1 cup frozen chopped spinach or 100gm fresh/frozen chopped spinach
- 1/2 – 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4–1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk (50–100 ml)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves (coriander leaves)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion until golden brown.
- Add crushed garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in ground spices and toast for 2 minutes to release their flavors.
- Mix in crushed tomatoes, chickpeas, and vegetable stock; bring to a boil then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add salt, sugar, and spinach; simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Finish with garam masala, lemon juice, and coconut milk if desired. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg