🔥 Bangalor Chickpea Curry with Spinach (Warm & Comforting)

This simple and delicious Bangalor Chickpea Curry with spinach is creamy, warming, and full of South Indian-inspired flavour. Using our handcrafted Bangalore Curry Blend, this recipe delivers gentle heat, rich aroma, and beautiful colour with very little effort. It’s perfect for cosy evenings, quick weeknight dinners, or plant-based cooking.

The magic of this Bangalor Chickpea Curry comes from how the spices bloom with the onions, garlic, and ginger, creating a fragrant base that wraps around creamy chickpeas and soft wilted spinach. It’s comforting, vibrant, and wonderfully easy to make.

🥕 Ingredients for Bangalor Chickpea Curry

• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp Bangalor Curry Blend
• 1 tin (400g) chopped tomatoes
• 1 tin (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 200ml coconut milk or water
• 2 large handfuls fresh spinach
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh coriander, to garnish

⏱ Prep & Cook Time

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Serves: 2–3

👩‍🍳 How to Make Bangalor Chickpea Curry

1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
2. Stir in the garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the Bangalor Curry Blend and coat the aromatics well.
4. Pour in the chopped tomatoes and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
5. Add the chickpeas and coconut milk. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Fold in the fresh spinach and allow it to wilt into the Bangalor Chickpea Curry.
8. Season with salt and finish with fresh coriander on top.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

This Bangalor Chickpea Curry with spinach pairs beautifully with:

• Steamed basmati or coconut rice
• Warm naan, chapatis, or soft flatbreads
• A spoonful of yoghurt or coconut yoghurt
• A squeeze of lime for extra brightness

✨ Tips & Variations

• Make it richer: Use full-fat coconut milk.
• Boost the heat: Add fresh chillies or chilli flakes.
• Add more greens: Try kale, chard, or extra spinach.
• Protein idea: Add tofu, paneer, or lentils.
• Meal prep friendly: This Bangalor Chickpea Curry keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s warm, creamy, and full of flavour. The bold spices in our Bangalor Curry Blend bring depth without complicating the recipe. With simple ingredients and quick cooking, this Bangalor Chickpea Curry is ideal for comforting meals, plant-based dishes, or easy weeknight cooking.

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