Can 20-minute chickpea and spinach curry [vegan, gluten-free] be made ahead?

Yes, you can prep components ahead. Cook fresh when ready to serve.

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20-Minute Chickpea and Spinach Curry
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

DS By: Dana Sandonato

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20-Minute Chickpea and Spinach Curry [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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This protein-packed chickpea and spinach curry is the perfect meal in a pinch! If you’re a fan of chickpeas alone, you need this dish in your life. This curry will fill you up without weighing you down and — the kicker — you can make it ahead of time and... Read More

Ingredients You Need for 20-Minute Chickpea and Spinach Curry [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

4 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil
1 large shallot, minced (approximately 1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 15-ounce cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
15-ounce can of diced tomatoes, drained
2 heaping handfuls of spinach
1/2 cup coconut milk
1-2 tablespoons heaping curry paste
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon turmeric optional
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste if needed

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How to Prepare 20-Minute Chickpea and Spinach Curry [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Heat oil in a skillet over moderate heat.
Add the shallots, ginger, and garlic. Simmer until fragrant, stirring often to prevent browning; approximately 2 minutes.
Add the chickpeas and drained tomatoes. Simmer for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the spinach and cook until it's wilted down. Depending on the size of your skillet, you may want to add one handful at a time.
Add the coconut milk, curry paste, curry powder, turmeric, and salt. Stir until the paste has dissolved and the seasonings have mixed in well. This may take approximately 2-3 minutes of constant stirring and folding.
Allow to simmer for approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and serve.

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