Quick & Easy Sri Lankan Chickpea Curry Recipe - Creamy and Spicy Bliss!

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.

Drain and rinse canned chickpeas.

Slice onions, garlic, and green chilies.

Heat oil in a pan.

Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 2-3 minutes.

Add sliced onions, garlic, green chilies, curry leaves, and a piece of cinnamon stick; stir well.

Add turmeric powder and chili powder; mix until fragrant.

Add chickpeas and mix well.

Pour in thick coconut milk and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Season with salt and switch off the flame.

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