Green Chickpea Curry

Introduction

Delve into the vibrant flavours of Indian cuisine with this Hara Chana Masala, a delightful curry featuring Heera Green Chickpeas / Hara Chana. This dish, rated at a complexity level of 2, brings a fresh and unique twist to traditional chickpea curries.
Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried green chickpeas, soaked overnight
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil, divided
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons Thai green curry paste
• 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Drain and rinse the green chickpeas.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, and green curry paste and cook for 30 seconds more, until fragrant.
3. Add the drained chickpeas, coconut milk, diced tomatoes, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the chickpeas are tender and the sauce has thickened.
4. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
5. Serve hot over rice or naan, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Tips:

• For a spicier curry, add more green curry paste or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
• If you don't have coconut oil, you can substitute vegetable oil.
• For a richer flavour, use full-fat coconut milk.
• If you don't have diced tomatoes, you can use crushed tomatoes.
• To make the curry even more flavourful, simmer it for an extra 10-15 minutes.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve Green Chickpea Curry with rice or naan.
• For a more flavourful dish, add a dollop of yogurt or sour cream to each serving.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped green onions.

Variations:

• Add chopped vegetables to the curry, such as carrots, peas, or zucchini.
• For a creamier curry, blend the sauce before serving.
• To make the curry vegan, use vegetable broth instead of coconut milk.

This Green Chickpea Curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The curry is full of flavour and the chickpeas are tender and flavourful. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.