Sweet Potato and Chickpea Masala

Sweet Potato and Chickpea Masala
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    3 People
  • VIEWS
    104

Transform simple sweet potatoes and chickpeas into an exotic and warming masala. This vibrant dish, bursting with aromatic spices, offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for scooping up with naan or enjoying as a hearty vegetarian meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    96 g
  • Cholesterol
    11 mg
  • Fiber
    17 g
  • Protein
    12 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1244 mg
  • Sugar
    19 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Melt ghee with oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. (2 minutes)

02

Step
5 mins

Sauté ginger and garlic in the ghee mixture until aromatic and lightly browned. (5 minutes)

03

Step
1 mins

Add onion; continue to sauté until the onion is soft and translucent. (5 minutes)

04

Step
12 mins

In a small bowl, mix curry powder, cumin, coriander, chili powder, garam masala, and turmeric together.

05

Step
5 mins

Add the spice mixture to the skillet and stir. Add just enough water to create a paste-like consistency. Cook, stirring constantly, to allow the flavors to meld and intensify. (30 seconds)

06

Step

Stir in sweet potato, chickpeas, 1 cup water, and salt. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook until the sweet potato is just tender. (10 minutes)

07

Step

If the mixture becomes too thick, thin with additional water to reach your desired consistency.

08

Step

Stir in tomatoes, bring to a boil, and cook until the liquid reduces to a thick, luscious gravy. (5 minutes)

09

Step

Garnish generously with fresh cilantro before serving.

For a richer flavor, consider using coconut oil instead of vegetable oil.
Adjust the chili powder according to your spice preference. A pinch of cayenne pepper can also be added for extra heat.
Serve with warm naan bread, basmati rice, or quinoa for a complete and satisfying meal.
This masala also pairs beautifully with a dollop of plain yogurt or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added brightness.

Cornelius Langworth

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 34 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Nelle Weber

    I made this last night and it was a huge hit! Easy to follow and packed with flavor. I added a little bit of coconut milk at the end for extra creaminess.

  • Genoveva Wiza

    This recipe is amazing! The flavors are so complex and delicious. My family loved it!

  • Patricia Jerde

    The spices in this recipe are perfect! I love the combination of sweet potatoes and chickpeas. This is definitely going into my regular rotation.

  • Lorena Cummings

    I didn't have any sweet potatoes on hand, so I used butternut squash instead. It turned out great! This is a really versatile recipe.

  • Ivory Quitzon

    I'm not usually a fan of vegetarian food, but this masala is fantastic! Even my meat-loving husband enjoyed it.

  • Hans Champlin

    So easy to make and so flavorful! I've made this several times now and it's always a winner. Thanks for sharing!

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