Chickpea Spinach Curry Bowl
Explore the flavours of India with this Chickpea Spinach Curry Bowl, a Jain-friendly one-bowl recipe that is not just nutritious but also rich and hearty. Merging the protein-packed goodness of chickpeas with the iron-rich benefits of spinach, this recipe is a blend of health and taste. Creamy, subtly spiced, and incredibly satisfying, this bowl calls for simple ingredients yet confers a meal that can take your regular lunch or dinner up a notch. Its warmth is comforting, its taste a delight for the palate, and its simplicity a cheer for those hectic days. Not to forget, it fits well within the calorie limits, making it an excellent choice for your weight management efforts. Go ahead, don your apron, and let this one-bowl wonder spill some Indian magic in your kitchen.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup chickpeas (boiled)
– 2 cups spinach (finely chopped)
– 1 tomato (pureed)
– 1 tsp cumin seeds
– 2 tsp coriander powder
– 1 tsp turmeric powder
– 1 tsp red chili powder
– Salt to taste
– 1 tbsp olive oil
Recipe:
1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them crackle.
2. Add the pureed tomato to the pan and cook till it begins to leave the oil.
3. Add the turmeric, coriander, and red chili powder. Mix them well.
4. Add chopped spinach and salt to the pan, cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the spinach wilts and releases water.
5. Now, add boiled chickpeas to the spinach and mix it well.
6. Cover the pan and let it cook for another 10-15 minutes on low heat.
7. When the chickpeas soak up the flavors, turn the heat off. Your Chickpea Spinach Curry Bowl is ready to serve.
Enjoy the dish hot just by itself, or you may pair it with a piece of multigrain bread. This recipe yielding approximately 3-4 servings is a homely and easy way to enjoy restaurant-style Indian flavors right in the comfort of your home.
