Easy Zucchini Curry Recipe with Chickpeas

This Zucchini Curry recipe is easy to make and a tantalizing blend of flavors. Bursting with aromatic spices and vibrant zucchini, this dish offers a delightful twist on traditional curry. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful addition to your vegetarian repertoire.

Why is Zucchini so delicious in a curry?

Zucchini is delicious in curry because it absorbs the rich flavors of the spices and sauce while maintaining its own mild and slightly sweet taste.

Its tender texture adds a pleasing contrast to the dish, complementing the heartiness of other ingredients.

Additionally, zucchini’s subtle flavor allows it to harmonize well with a variety of spices and herbs commonly used in curry recipes, creating a balanced and flavorful dish.

What is Zucchini Curry made of?

Zucchini Curry, or Courgette Curry, is a delicious and flavorful dish that is easy to make from simple ingredients.

To prepare it, you will need fresh zucchini, chopped onions, diced tomatoes, pressed garlic, and cooked chickpeas. The dish is cooked in a spiced curry sauce that is made with a blend of curry powder, cumin, red chili powder, and tomato paste. The sauce is then thickened with creamy coconut milk to give it a rich and velvety texture.

To taste, you can add salt and black pepper as per your preference. This dish is perfect for vegetarians and vegans. You can served it with rice, naan bread, or any other side dish of your choice.

Optional Indian Spices

While the Indian Zucchini Curry recipe is already an appetizing dish, adding some optional Indian spices can elevate the dish to a whole new level of deliciousness. Turmeric powder, with its bright yellow color and mild, slightly bitter flavor, adds depth to the dish.

Coriander powder, with its warm and earthy flavor, complements the zucchini and other ingredients perfectly.

Black mustard seed, with its pungent and slightly sweet taste, adds a unique flavor and texture to the dish. I recommend to use these spices wisely, adding them based on your own palate preferences to achieve the perfect balance of flavors.

How to make Zucchini Curry?

Zucchini Curry is a delicious dish that you can easily prepare at home.

To start, gently wash the zucchini and pat them dry with kitchen towels. Carefully remove the ends and dice them into small pieces.

Heat up some vegetable oil or olive oil in a pan and add the diced onions and the diced zucchini. Let them cook for around 10 minutes on medium heat until everything is soft and cooked through.

Next, add finely chopped garlic, followed by chickpeas, diced tomatoes, creamy full fat coconut milk (or coconut cream), and some tomato paste with the spices. Sprinkle a good amount of salt and pepper over the mixture to enhance the flavor of the zucchini. Cook for another 5 minutes on medium-high heat, allowing the flavors to blend together and the curry to thicken.

Once the vegan Zucchini Curry is ready, simply serve it hot and enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of this delicious dish!

What to serve with Zucchini Curry

To complement the vibrant flavors of Zucchini Curry, consider serving it with fluffy basmati rice or fragrant jasmine rice to soak up the delicious sauce.

A side of warm naan bread or roti can add a delightful texture and help scoop up every last bit of curry.

For a refreshing contrast, serve with a simple cucumber and tomato salad dressed with a light vinaigrette or a cooling raita made with yogurt and cucumber.

How to store leftover Zucchini Curry

To preserve the flavors and freshness of leftover Zucchini Curry, allow it to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container.

Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. This ensures it is tightly sealed to prevent any odors from affecting other foods.

For longer storage, you can freeze the curry in freezer-safe containers or bags for up to 2-3 months. Simply thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before reheating gently on the stove or in the microwave until heated through.

Other vegan Curry recipes you cannot miss

• Hawaiian Hamburger Curry
• Japanese Curry
• Lentil Curry
• Potato Curry
• Katsu Curry

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Enjoy, Florian!