Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten Free)

 Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten Free)

Introduction:

If you have gluten intolerance, it can sometimes be hard to come up with delicious and nutritious meals well in the category of gluten-free. You needn't worry however as this Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten Free) recipe is easy to come by and will not disappoint in flavors and wholesome ingredients. It is perfect for the celiac and all other people who want to keep away from gluten. This curry will be a hit in your home.

In this post, below we will show you the procedure on how to prepare delicious, healthy, and gluten-free yummy curry that has the goodness of chickpeas and spinach in a richly aromatic sauce. We dive into the ingredients, preparation, and serving details. For Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten Free)

This recipe for Chickpea and Spinach Curry has very simple and readily available basic ingredients. They are simple gluten-free as well as healthy ones packed with nutrients.

 

Ingredients for the Curry:

·         1 can (400g) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)

·         4 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)

·         1 medium onion (finely chopped)

·         2 tomatoes (chopped or blended)

·         2 cloves garlic (minced)

·         1 inch ginger (grated)

·         1-2 green chilies (finely chopped, optional)

·         1 cup coconut milk (full-fat for richness)

·         1 tbsp olive oil (or any other preferred cooking oil)

·         1 tsp turmeric powder

·         1 tsp ground cumin

·         1 tsp ground coriander

·         1/2 tsp garam masala

·         1/2 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)

·         Salt (to taste)

·         Black pepper (to taste)

·         Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

 

For Serving:

·         1 cup steamed rice, gluten free option

·         Some gluten-free naan (optional with this curry but definitely adds on)

 

Preparation Instructions for Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten Free)

 

Step 1: Sautéing the Aromatics.

 Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent (3-4 minutes).

Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chilies, if using, to the pan. Stir-fry for 2 more minutes or until fragrant.

Step 2: Spices and Tomatoes

·         Stir in the turmeric powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, and red chili powder. Cook the spices around 1-2 minutes to release their aroma.

·         Pour the cut or blended tomatoes into the pan. Mix well and leave on fire until tomatoes soften and disintegrate into a thick paste-like consistency (about 5 minutes).

Step 3: Cooking the Chickpeas

·         Add previously boiled chickpeas or canned chickpeas (make sure they are drained and rinsed) into the curry base with a mix of spices and tomatoes.

·         Pour in 1 cup of coconut milk and blend it in. Simmer low heat for 5-10 minutes. The coconut milk gives creaminess to curry.

Step 4: Adding the Spinach

·         Slowly incorporate the fresh spinach into the curry and swirl it in as you go along. In a matter of seconds, the spinach wilts down and you can add the other leaves in portions, if required.

·         When the entire bunch of Spinach is added, mix everything well. Let the curry cook for another 5 minutes until the Spinach wilts in completely, and all the flavors merge.

Step 5: Final Fixes

·         Taste for seasoning in the curry, adjust to your liking. Add salt and black pepper as per taste. If you've got the taste of spice you'd like to make it hotter, feel free to put in more chili powder or fresh chilies.

·         Use fresh cilantro leaves for garnish before serving.

 

Serving Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten Free)

This Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten Free) can be served with your favorite sides of gluten-free. Here are some of them:

·        The curry is pure and rich, thus steamed rice helps absorb it.

·    Have this curry in its original form by accompanying it with gluten-free naan, bought or made at home.

·    You may want to serve it with less weight: have it with quinoa or maybe gluten-free couscous.

·         Nutritional Information

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This Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten Free) is so tasty and really nutrient dense. Here is an estimated number for nutritional information per serving (based on a recipe for 4 servings):

·         Calories: 320-350 calorie per serving

·         Protein: 10-12g

·         Fat: 15-18g - mostly from healthy coconut milk and olive oil

·         Carbohydrates: 40-45g

·         Fiber: 8-10g

·         Sugar: 6-8g (from tomatoes and coconut milk)

·         Sodium: 400-500mg (depending on how much salt added).

It fills the stomach but is very generous in fiber, plant protein, and healthy fats. Chickpeas are quite protein-rich, and spinach provides many vitamins and minerals: iron and vitamin K. Coconut milk makes the dish creamy and keeps it dairy- and gluten-free.

 

Why People Love Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten-Free)

The reason why this Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten-Free) is so popular with different countries is as follows:

1. Mouth Watering Taste: The flavor from spices mingled with coconut milk and complemented by fresh vegetables develops a rich comfort taste hypocritical to vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.

2.   Easy to Cook: anyone could cook up this curry, even with beginner cooking skills, by following just a few simple scene ingredients combined with straightforward instructions.

3.  Gluten Free: For anybody who is gluten intolerant or has celiac disease, this recipe serves as a major go-to. It is even very right for all those who follow a gluten-free lifestyle.

4.   Healthy and Nutritious: While being hearty and highly nutritious, chickpeas and spinach in their awesome protein and iron-providing elements help in giving a satisfactorily well-balanced meal.

5.    Vegan: So, if you tend to avoid anything animal-related in your eating habits, then this curry is composed of purely plant materials, is vegan and dairy-free, suitable for every conceivable eating mode.

6.    Customizable: You can adjust the levels of spiciness as desired, increase or decrease chili, and add other such vegetables like bell pepper or carrots according to your taste.

 

Conclusion

Because it is gluten intolerant, celiac, or perhaps you simply love to eat gluten-free, soon this one Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Gluten free) will be part of the mainstay of your recipes. Spiced well, nutritious, and even comforting, it is really easy and quick to prepare. Be it yourself or your family or guests, this dish is going to be everything it promises.

Try this recipe, tell us how you found it in the comments below. Share with family and friends you know might want to enjoy an utterly pleasant meal without gluten. Time to indulge in healthy and gluten-free curry!

Total Calories: 320-350 per serving.

What People Like: Easy to prepare, full of flavors, good for gluten-free, and vegan diets.