Indulge in a luxuriously creamy, flavorful chickpea curry served over a bed of rice, topped with a dollop of spicy chili crisp, and accompanied by a refreshing cucumber salad. This delightful dish is ready in just 20 minutes!
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Ingredients For This Recipe
Brown Sugar
Adding a touch of sweetness, brown sugar balances the spiciness and enhances the overall richness of the dish.
Curry Paste
This recipe calls for red curry paste. Any brand works, but Thai Kitchen is a reliable choice found in most grocery stores.
Coconut Milk
Opt for full-fat coconut milk for the perfect creamy texture and sauciness.
Soy Sauce
Adding a savory element, soy sauce balances the sweetness, richness, and spiciness of the curry.
Chickpeas
A can of chickpeas provides an easy plant-based protein option.
Spinach
Enhance the dish with spinach for added veggies. You can also use green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, or carrots.
Cilantro
A sprinkle of cilantro adds a fresh finish to the dish.
Rice
Serve the delicious curry over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal!

Expert Tips
After a quick chat with my sister, I discovered that substituting chickpeas for salmon in a favorite recipe was a game-changer. Now, this chickpea curry has become a go-to dinner option for its deliciousness and simplicity.
Resulting in a comforting, pantry-friendly, vegetarian, and slightly elegant meal, this chickpea curry strikes the perfect balance of being cozy yet light, nutritious yet flavorful, and visually appealing yet effortless. Elevating the classic chickpea curry to new heights, this recipe is a must-try.
Although not captured in the photos, serving this dish with a side of pickled cucumber salad (sliced cucumbers, red onion, white vinegar, olive oil, salt, and sugar) is a culinary masterpiece. The cucumber salad also pairs well with beef skewers for a delectable combination.
Whether enjoyed with or without the cucumber salad, savoring each spoonful of the luscious sauce, combining the chickpeas and spinach over steaming rice, and drizzling chili crisp over the dish creates a moment of pure culinary bliss.
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