Why is the cooking time for this curry only 20 minutes?

The recipe specifies cooking for 20 minutes to prevent the lentils and chickpeas from becoming mushy or overcooked, ensuring a pleasant texture in your curry.

When should I add the chickpeas to this Lentil and Chickpea Yellow Curry?

The chickpeas should be added just 5 minutes from the end of the 20-minute cooking time, allowing them to heat through without overcooking.

What optional add-ins are suggested for this yellow curry?

You can customize your curry with optional add-ins like a squeeze of lemon juice, chopped bell pepper, 2 tablespoons of cashew butter for creaminess, or spiced cashews for crunch.

Can I make this Lentil and Chickpea Yellow Curry spicier?

While the recipe uses yellow curry paste, you can easily increase the spice level by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a bit more curry paste to taste during the cooking process.

How should I store leftover Lentil and Chickpea Yellow Curry?

Store any leftover curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. This curry also freezes well for longer storage, up to 1 month.

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Lentil and Chickpea Yellow Curry
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

FN By: Florian Nouh

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Florian Nouh is the recipe developer, photographer, and cook behind Contentedness Cooking. I'm a food enthusiast who... Read More

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A vibrant bowl of creamy yellow curry filled with tender lentils and chickpeas, garnished with fresh herbs and optional spiced cashews.

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Ingredients You Need for Lentil and Chickpea Yellow Curry [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Curry:

1/2 cup lentils
1 14-ounce can chickpeas
2 14-ounce cans coconut milk
6 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons vegan yellow curry paste
1 onion
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Optional Add-Ins:

Lemon juice
Chopped bell pepper
2 tablespoons cashew butter
Spiced cashews

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How to Prepare Lentil and Chickpea Yellow Curry [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Heat a large pot. Use a bit coconut oil or just vegetable broth for frying the onions and garlic. Do this for at least 3 minutes, then add coconut milk, lentils, and yellow curry paste. Cook this for 20 minutes, but no longer than that. We don’t want the ingredients mushy or overcooked. Just 5 minutes from the end, add chickpeas.
Choose your optional add-ons and customize your curry to your liking.

Nutritional Information

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