Sri Lankan Chickpea Curry Recipe

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Canned chickpeas save time and are often cheaper.

If you use raw chickpeas, soak overnight; if using canned, cook ahead.

Rinse the chickpeas and add to the cooking pot.

Slice the onions, garlic, green chillies, and tomatoes.

Add to the cooking pot along with cinnamon, fenugreek seeds, curry leaves, pandan leaves, and spice powders.

Add light coconut milk and cook on medium heat for 20 minutes.

Add in the thick coconut milk and cook for another few minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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