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Coconut Chickpea Curry with Rice and Spinach

A mild, comforting one-pot curry with tender chickpeas and wilted spinach, served over rice.

Standard Savory Indian Mild

Made August 24, 2026

Prep

10m

Cook

25m

Serves

1

Difficulty

easy

Total: 35 minutes

Allergens: coconut

Wash hands and surfaces after handling raw ingredients.

Ensure the chickpeas are heated through before serving.

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Ingredients

  • 60 g rice

  • 150 ml water

  • 1/2 onion

  • 1 tsp curry powder

  • 120 g chickpeas

  • 200 ml coconut milk

  • 50 g spinach

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Tools you'll need

small saucepan medium skillet knife cutting board wooden spoon

Chef's tip: For a thicker sauce, simmer the curry uncovered for an extra 2–3 minutes until it reaches your desired consistency.

Chef's tip: If the rice is still crunchy after the water is absorbed, add 2–3 tablespoons of hot water, cover, and let it steam for 3–5 minutes off the heat.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a small saucepan, combine the rice with 150 ml water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 minutes.

    ~15 min
  2. 2

    While step 1 cooks

    While the rice cooks, finely dice the onion. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

    ~5 min
  3. 3

    Add the curry powder to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chickpeas and coconut milk. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.

    ~5 min
  4. 4

    Stir in the spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper. Serve the curry over the cooked rice.

    ~2 min