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Sweet Potato & Chickpea curry in wooden bowls
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Tiamongla Kasar
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Tiamongla Kasar
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Sweet Potato & Chickpea
Curry: Easy One-Pot Vegan Dinner

50 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
14
Ingredients
Diet
Sweet Potato & Chickpea Curry is a cosy Indian-inspired vegan dish that feels like something you would enjoy in a home kitchen, slow-cooked with care and simple ingredients. It brings together soft, tender sweet potatoes and protein-rich chickpeas in a creamy coconut base, all gently simmered with everyday spices. The flavours are warm and comforting without being too bold, making it an easy dish to come back to again and again. This vegan curry recipe is perfect for busy days when you want something wholesome without spending hours in the kitchen. It comes together in one pot with easy steps, which makes it ideal for beginners. The natural sweetness of the potatoes balances beautifully with the savoury spices, while the chickpeas add protein and texture. What makes this dish even more appealing is how practical it is for everyday meals. You can make it ahead of time, and it actually tastes richer after sitting for a while as the flavours blend together. Just reheat and serve it with soft flatbread or a bowl of rice, and add a bit of fresh herbs on top. It’s an easy, no-fuss meal that still feels warm, homemade, and satisfying at the end of a long day.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
1 tbspAvocado oil or olive oil
1 smallYellow onion (diced)
3 clovesGarlic (minced)
1 ½ tbsp Fresh ginger (minced) (about 1-inch piece)
1 tbspGaram masala
2 tspCurry powder
1 tspGround cumin
14 oz Diced tomatoes (1 can or fresh equivalent)
3½ cups (2 can)Cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
14 oz (1 can)Coconut milk
1 mediumSweet potato (peeled & cubed)
2 tspSea salt (or to taste)
1 tspBlack pepper (or to taste)
2 tbspFresh lime juice (optional)

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Heat oil and sauté aromatics

Place a large skillet or pot over medium heat and add the oil. Let it warm up until it shimmers slightly. Add the diced onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir frequently so they don’t burn. Cook until the onions turn soft and slightly translucent. This builds the base flavour of the curry.

Step 1
Heat oil and sauté aromatics
5 Minutes
Step 2
Add the spices
1 Minute
Step 3
Cook the tomatoes
5 Minutes
Step 4
Add main ingredients
2 Minutes

FAQs

Fresh sweet potatoes give the best texture and flavour, but canned ones can be used if needed. Since they are already soft, add them towards the end of cooking to avoid them turning mushy.