Easy Thai-Style Chickpea Curry with Coconut Rice.
Let’s get out of our comfort zone.
If you know me, and for all intents and purposes, I do exploit my life on the internet so you essentially DO know me… then you know this is so out of my comfort zone. Not necessarily eating it. I mean, I eat everything. Okay. Almost everything. But making it on my own and sharing it? Weird. Waaaaay out of my realm of normalcy. At least when it comes to my invisible internet friends.
But here’s the thing. I love most curries and anything on Earth made with coconut milk. I’ve been making this delicious chicken curry about twice a month since March. We freaking looove it. It’s so, so good. So simple.
So. In the spirit of playing single lady all week I knew that I’d just love to make my own version of this with chickpeas. No chicken. Also, I go through a ton of chickpeas. I mean… a ton. You know beans in general are one of my favorite foods. Yes, obviously right next to bacon, avocado and anything obnoxiously covered in rainbow sprinkles.
Okay, again. Almost anything.
Here’s the other thing. I have been desperate for comfort food. I’m on week three of this freaking ear/sinus Jessica-specific attack and since the world revolves around me, just want to complain, complain, eat mac and cheese and complain some more. I want warm, comforting stuff. BUT! I don’t really feel like turning on my oven. See, we have a very little kitchen, which gains a lovely 10 degrees when the oven is on. Even with the darn AC set at 66 because I’m a freak that loves to live in frigid temperatures. In turn, that oven increases the heat in our entire house and when I get hot? I get miserable. Like, even more complainy that when I’m sick.
Yes. Such a joy!
Long story long, I’ve been desperate for something warm and filling without having to turn on my oven. This can be made right on the stovetop in less than 30 minutes. It’s that quick. I just love the flavors so much. If you’re much more familiar with cooking authentic curries, feel free to add in whatever spices or sauces you’d like. This super fast, slightly lazy version works for me and is exactly what I’ve wanted.
In true dramatic fashion, I’m pretty sure this is the only thing I’m going to eat for the rest of my life.
Easy Chickpea Curry with Coconut Rice
Ingredients
coconut rice
- 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 1/2 cups light canned coconut milk
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
chickpea curry
- 1 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 leeks, cleaned, trimmed + sliced
- 1/2 red pepper, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1/3 cup sugar snap peas, cut into thirds
- 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas
- 3 tablespoons freshly torn cilantro
Instructions
coconut rice
- Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat and add rice, coconut milk, coconut water and salt. Stir, then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and let cook for 15-18 minutes, until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork, then stir in coconut oil. (My favorite jasmine rice is the brown jasmine rice from Trader Joe’s – all brands may have different cook times. Adjust the liquid and cook time according to your directions.)
chickpea curry
- While the rice is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the coconut oil. Stir in the leeks, red peppers, salt and pepper and stir to toss. Cover and cook until the vegetables have slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add in the garlic, ginger and curry paste and stir to coat. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add in the peas and coconut milk. Increase heat and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the chickpeas and cilantro and cook for 5 minutes more. Taste and season additionally if desired.
- Serve immediately with the coconut rice!
Notes
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195 Comments on “Easy Thai-Style Chickpea Curry with Coconut Rice.”
Can’t wait to try this!! And a very late thank you for sharing that thai red curry chicken!! We all love it so much…I’ve made it several times since you posted it. Even my 9 year old adores it. Have you ever tried anything with the green curry paste? I’m curious to try it, but I had never even seen it before I bought the red curry paste for that chicken recipe….just thought I’d ask :)
This is a little explanation of red vs. green…
http://thaifood.about.com/od/authenticallythai/f/What-Is-The-Difference-Between-Thai-Curries-Red-Yellow-And-Green.htm
I love this post! I’ve been following you for a while and out of all the blogs I read, your’s is by far my favorite. I love the “ethnic” recipe and would love to see more!!
I’ve made that red curry chicken several times too! I would love this veggie curry, and will definitely be trying this on my next “single lady” night!
This looks amazing!!! I am obsessed with curry as well…Indian, Thai, you name it…I love it. Just tried for the first time (how is this possible?!) a COCONUT lassi at our local Indian place. O-M-G. Pina colada x 100. Do you know how to re-create it? I googled lassi recipes online and it looks like yogurt, coconut milk and some other stuff. Your recipes are always, always a hit at our house.
Made this tonight and love love love it. Thanks for another fantastic meal!
I think you would make it on a deserted Island ,they usually have a lot of coconuts!!!!!!!!!
this looks delicious.. i love the vegetarian twist on it. Yum!
Yes i also totally like food and hear i find lot of interesting ideas! Thank you!
Yum! This looks so good. I love coconut, I’ve never tried making coconut rice though. This is going to be a must.
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Another amazing looking meal. Looks so good!!
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If anyone asked me my favourite food- i would say something with curry! Yet i have never attempted to cook anything with curry at home :/ SO this looks mighty delicious and i can’t wait to try this recipe- thanks for sharing!
It is SUPER easy! Jessica’s recipes are a great place to start!
This looks really good and I secretly wish I was eating it right now and that someone else did the dirty work for me. Any takers??
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Made this the other day – quite tasty. I added at least double the curry paste and chili sauce when serving (spicy food is my favorite, as you can probably tell). Also added tofu for extra nutrients). Day 2 of eating tasted even better! Will definitely make again.
That looks great! I love curries of any kind :-)
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Made this tonight, while on holiday in Cornwall. It’s delicious and my son has christened it “Cornwall Curry”. He says that I have to make it every time we come. Thank-you!
This sounds fantastic!!
I could see why you’d want to eat this with everything. I don’t have red curry paste and this saddens me cause I was REALLY hoping to make a good curry with some coconut rice tonight. Well, my friend, this recipe is getting printed and going in the very cover of my make-shift recipe binder to be made next time!
Super good and super quick!
Hi Jessica! My husband and I enjoyed this great recipe last night :)
One thing though – I had an weirdly awful time with the rice. It wouldn’t absorb the liquid and was pretty hard almost 40 minutes into cooking. Any ideas why? Does the fact that I’m using coconut milk instead of water make a difference? Should I have soaked the rice first?
Thanks!
I’m cooking it now and also having big problems with rice — and times —
I love thai recipes too! They are often so creamy and taste amazing!
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I am making this tonight but realized I have never had red curry. I do not have a very good tolerance for heat. Will I be crying while eating???
It is a little spicy. Jessica’s recipes are on the milder side. You can start with 1/2 the curry paste and add as you go. Taste after each tsp or tbs. My hubby likes it is a little spicier so he will add a little more to his bowl/plate (he will just stir it in). Don’t be nervous! :)
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I just made this, literally just finished eating it a d had to tell you how faaaaabulous it was! Thank you!
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I made this tonight. It was so delicious. The rice was good enough to eat by itself but topped with the curry it was just fabulous. I made it in the morning and let it sit all day and it got better and better each time I tasted it throughout the day. Thanks for the recipe!
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So. Amazingly. Good. I’m usually frightened of rice, but this came together quickly and easily and I have leftover coconut rice for burritos. And the curry–though an awful lots of that has already left the building. Thanks for an easy and delicious recipe!
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Can I use curry powder?? If so, how much do u recommend? Cant wait to try this!!
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YUM. I just made this for lunch and loooooved it. I always add more spices to my curries, so I threw in some vindaloo, cumin, garam marsala, and turmeric. I’m already looking forward to the leftovers.
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I made this last night and I thought it was good, not great. Someone mentioned doubling the curry paste. Maybe that is what it needed. I added some tofu because I had some in the fridge. Tofu generally needs more spice.
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