Vegan Chickpea Curry Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can full-fat coconut milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Juice of 1/2 lime
• Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add garlic and ginger, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the curry powder, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using) and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Add chickpeas, coconut milk, vegetable broth, tomato paste, and maple syrup or coconut sugar (if using). Stir until well combined and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.
6. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro or parsley.

This vegan chickpea curry is rich, creamy, and full of flavor. It's perfect served with rice, naan bread, or simply on its own. Let me know how you like it!