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Vegan Jamaican Chickpea Curry

Vegan Jamaican Chickpea Curry
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Vegan Jamaican Chickpea Curry is a vibrant, plant-based dish showcasing authentic Jamaican spices, creamy coconut milk, and hearty chickpeas for a flavorful, nutritious, and quick-to-make meal perfect for weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (optional)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 large tomato, diced (or 1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Ingredients

  • Spinach
  • Bell peppers, chopped
  • Sweet potatoes, diced
  • Other beans such as black beans or kidney beans
  • Cayenne pepper for extra spice
  • Natural peanut butter for creaminess
  • Carrots, peas, or zucchini

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Base: Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and chopped Scotch bonnet pepper (if using), cooking for another minute to release their aromas.
  2. Toast the Spices: Add Jamaican curry powder to the onions and garlic, stirring constantly for 1 to 2 minutes to toast the spices and enhance their flavor.
  3. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir and let simmer gently for 5 minutes to blend flavors and slightly thicken the sauce.
  4. Incorporate Chickpeas and Coconut Milk: Add drained chickpeas, coconut milk, and fresh thyme sprigs to the pan. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and chickpeas absorb flavors.
  5. Season and Final Touches: Season with salt and pepper to taste. If using optional vegetables like spinach or bell peppers, stir them in now and cook until just tender. Remove thyme sprigs before serving.

Notes

  • Toast spices carefully to avoid burning and bitterness.
  • Adjust heat by using less or deseeded Scotch bonnet pepper if preferred milder.
  • Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest, creamiest texture.
  • Simmer longer to deepen and blend flavors.
  • Always use fresh thyme, as it provides a bright herbal note unmatched by dried thyme.

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Keywords: vegan, Jamaican curry, chickpea curry, plant-based, gluten-free, coconut milk, spicy, quick recipe

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