This Creamy Vegan Coconut Chickpea Curry is the BEST curry I’ve ever had! It’s our go-to weeknight dinner. All made in one pot, incredibly flavourful, perfect for meal prep & budget-friendly!

The best kind of recipes are the ones that you keep making over and over until you finally realise – this is one of my favourite recipes, isn’t it?! That’s this Vegan Coconut Chickpea Curry. Without a doubt, we always have all the ingredients for it in our pantry, it’s incredibly easy to make, and a hit every single time. This is the ultimate pantry staple meal. Let’s get right into it!

Ingredients in Coconut Chickpea Curry

Chickpeas – chickpeas are the star here. They add fibre, protein, texture and keep the curry filling!

Tomatoes, onion and garlic – these veggies are the base of your curry and really add a depth of flavour.

Coconut milk – coconut milk adds the creaminess to this curry that makes the sauce so smooth too!

Garam Masala – this is the main seasoning blend in this recipe! If you can’t find it, you can make your own.

Additional Seasonings – these extra seasonings are very simple and really highlight the garam Masala and the chickpea curry.

Lime – ah yes, our other star ingredient! The juice of a lime stirred into the dish enhances the flavour in such a way that you have to just try this dish for yourself to experience it!

How to Make Coconut Chickpea Curry

This chickpea curry takes only a few steps. First, you sauté the onion and the tomatoes together. We’ve found that this step really helps to develop the flavours of the dish and break them all down for the seasonings later. Then, add in your seasonings and your drained and rinsed chickpeas. Stir, and add in your coconut milk. Let it simmer, then add in the lime. That’s it. It’s no wonder that this dish is constantly in our fridge!

While the cooking process is simple, the flavours developed are out of this world. One pot, stewing together flavours and spices and the most effort you have to make is to cut up the ingredients. I want a plate alongside some of my homemade naan bread just thinking about it!!

Tips for making this the Best Chickpea Curry

Always use the lime . If there’s one tip I always mention for this recipe, is to always use the lime. It really brings out the layers of flavour in the dish and is an essential part of the recipe!

. If there’s one tip I always mention for this recipe, is to always use the lime. It really brings out the layers of flavour in the dish and is an essential part of the recipe! Follow the instruction times . Sautéing the veggies makes a real difference to the end product, so I recommend just setting a time and letting it simmer away.

. Sautéing the veggies makes a real difference to the end product, so I recommend just setting a time and letting it simmer away. Make it your own. This is one of those dishes that once you follow the base ingredients well, you can make the dish your own. Add in sweet potatoes, bell peppers, spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots…it’s up to you. Just adjust the seasonings for the additions! I love using up extra veggies and adding them into this dish.

Long story short – You have to try this dish! It’s creamy, delicious, and will leave you wanting even more after you’re completely full. It’s also incredibly nutritious, protein-packed, and leftovers lasts for days. It’s also perfect for meal prep! Whether it’s for meal prep lunch or dinner, this actually freezes well and lasts for a long time fresh in the freezer.

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Q: Can I substitute the tomatoes in this curry?

A: If you’re not a tomato fan, you won’t taste them. They blend right in and help with the thickness of the curry and all that flavour. If you’re allergic, you can in fact substitute them with pumpkin puree, or a butternut squash puree or something of the sort. It won’t taste exactly the same, but will give it that beautiful creamy texture!

Q: What goes well with this chickpea curry?

A: Any of the above veggies – make it your own! I also love serving this curry with basmati rice and/or naan bread.

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Enjoy friends! If you make this Coconut Chickpea Curry, please snap a photo and tag #jessicainthekitchen on Instagram! We’d also love if you would leave a comment below, and give the recipe a rating! Thanks so much! P.S. – do you know that we have an entire blog dedicated to low carb recipes named Low Carb Vegan Recipes?! Be sure to check it out!