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Chef Verde
7 days ago

Spicy Baked Zucchini Chickpea Curry

Spicy Baked Zucchini Chickpea Curry

Recipe Details

Author Vegan Richa
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes

Summary

A hands-off, one-pan baked curry where zucchini and onions caramelize with warming spices, then simmer with coconut milk, tomato, chickpeas, and spinach for a rich, spicy, and creamy finish.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Lightly grease a 9×12-inch baking dish with the oil.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped onion, sliced zucchini, hot sauce, and sambal oelek to the dish and toss well to coat.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, mix the ground coriander, ground cumin, garam masala, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle evenly over the zucchini mixture, toss, then spread it out in an even layer.

  4. 4

    Bake for 10–14 minutes, until the onions are translucent and the edges begin to caramelize.

  5. 5

    Remove the dish from the oven. Stir in the ginger garlic paste and tomato puree. Add the coconut milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, chickpeas, and spinach; mix thoroughly and spread evenly.

  6. 6

    Return to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes (up to 30 minutes depending on your oven), until the sauce is bubbling and beginning to thicken.

  7. 7

    Remove from the oven. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. For a thicker curry, stir in a few tablespoons of non-dairy yogurt or nut butter while still hot.

  8. 8

    Serve with toasted sourdough, garlic bread, naan, flatbread, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons oil
  • 1 cup onion (chopped)
  • 1 medium zucchini (sliced into 1/4-inch slices or cubes)
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
  • 8 ounces tomato puree (canned)
  • 15 ounces full-fat coconut milk (canned)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 15 ounces can chickpeas (drained)
  • 1/2 cup spinach (frozen)
  • to taste cilantro (for garnish)
  • to taste lime juice (for garnish)
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