Coconut-braised chickpeas with sweet potatoes and greens recipe

Ingredients for Coconut-braised chickpeas with sweet potatoes and greens

• 60 g slivered almonds

• 30 ml coconut oil or vegetable oil

• 1 onion, thinly sliced

• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

• 15 ml grated or finely chopped fresh ginger

• 5 g curry powder

• 225 g greens, such as Swiss chard, kale, or collard greens, stems removed, leaves torn into medium-size pieces, washed, shaken dry

• 400 g can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

• 400 ml can coconut milk

• 10 g kosher salt

• 4 roasted sweet potato halves, cut into 1.5 cm pieces

• 15 ml fresh lime juice, plus additional wedges for serving

• 30 g chopped fresh coriander leaves and tender stems, plus more for serving

• soured cream (for serving)

How to make Coconut-braised chickpeas with sweet potatoes and greens

1. Toast the almonds in a small, dry frying pan over medium heat, tossing and stirring frequently until they turn golden, about 3–5 minutes. Be vigilant, as they can burn quickly. Transfer the almonds to a plate and set aside to cool.

2. Warm a large casserole dish over medium-high heat and add the oil. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the garlic, ginger, and curry powder to the dish and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.

4. Add the greens to the pot and stir them into the onion mixture with a wooden spoon, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. If the bits are sticking, add 1–2 teaspoons of water.

5. Add the chickpeas, coconut milk, 500 ml water, and kosher salt to the pot. Allow the mixture to simmer, partially covered, for about 10 minutes.

6. Stir in the sweet potatoes and cook for 1–2 minutes, just to warm them through.

7. Add the lime juice and cilantro, then taste for seasoning; adjust with more salt or lime juice if necessary.

8. Serve the braised chickpeas in shallow bowls, drizzled with yogurt, topped with the toasted almonds and a few cilantro leaves, and with lime wedges on the side.

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