Single-Pan Global Curries (Printable)
Three global curries, bursting with flavor and cooked simply in a single pan—perfect for busy weeknights.
# What You Need:
→ Indian Chickpea Curry
01 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
05 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
06 - 2 teaspoons ground coriander
07 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
08 - 1 teaspoon garam masala
09 - 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
10 - 2 cans (14 ounces each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
11 - 1 cup coconut milk
12 - 1 teaspoon salt
13 - Fresh cilantro, for garnish
→ Thai Red Lentil Curry
14 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil
15 - 1 medium onion, diced
16 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
17 - 1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
18 - 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
19 - 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
20 - 2 cups vegetable broth
21 - 1 medium carrot, sliced
22 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
23 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
24 - Juice of 1 lime
25 - Fresh basil or cilantro, for garnish
→ Caribbean Sweet Potato Curry
26 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
27 - 1 medium onion, sliced
28 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
29 - 1 Scotch bonnet or habanero chili, deseeded and minced (optional, adjust to taste)
30 - 1 tablespoon curry powder
31 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
32 - 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
33 - 1 can (14 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
34 - 1 cup vegetable broth
35 - 1 teaspoon thyme
36 - Salt and pepper to taste
37 - Fresh parsley, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and garam masala; cook for 1 minute to release aromas.
04 - Incorporate diced tomatoes, drained chickpeas, coconut milk, and salt. Stir thoroughly, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.
06 - Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.
07 - Add minced garlic and Thai red curry paste; sauté for 1 minute.
08 - Stir in red lentils, coconut milk, vegetable broth, sliced carrot, and red bell pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender.
09 - Stir in soy sauce and lime juice. Garnish with fresh basil or cilantro before serving.
10 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onion and cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes.
11 - Add minced garlic and minced chili; sauté for 1 minute.
12 - Stir in curry powder and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
13 - Add diced sweet potatoes, coconut milk, black beans, vegetable broth, thyme, and salt and pepper. Stir, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
14 - Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Simple one-pan cooking for easy clean-up
- Global flavors in three tasty, vegetarian curries
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- For vegan versions, double-check curry paste and broth ingredients
- Coconut is a tree nut allergen, and soy sauce may contain gluten
03 -
- Adjust chili quantity for desired spice level
- Swap beans and lentils for variety in the curries