Single-Pan Global Curries (Print Version)
Three global curries—Indian, Thai, Caribbean—prepared easily in one pan for flavorful weeknight meals.
# What You'll 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 turmeric
08 - 1 teaspoon garam masala
09 - 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
10 - 2 (14 ounce) cans 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 (14 ounce) can 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 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
33 - 1 (14 ounce) can 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
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened, approximately 5 minutes.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic and grated ginger into skillet; cook for 1 minute to release flavors.
03 - Add ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and garam masala. Stir and cook for 1 minute until spices become aromatic.
04 - Stir in diced tomatoes, chickpeas, coconut milk, and salt. Mix thoroughly and bring contents to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Sprinkle with fresh cilantro just before serving.
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; stir and cook for 1 minute.
08 - Add red lentils, coconut milk, vegetable broth, sliced carrot, and bell pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, then lower 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 prior to serving.
10 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook sliced onion until soft, about 5 minutes.
11 - Stir in minced garlic and Scotch bonnet or habanero chili; sauté for 1 minute.
12 - Add curry powder and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
13 - Add diced sweet potatoes, coconut milk, drained black beans, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and bring to a simmer.
14 - Cover pot and cook for 20 minutes, until sweet potatoes are fork-tender. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Three global curries made in a single pan for effortless prep
- Vegetarian and vegan options included for easy eating
02 -
- Coconut milk is a common allergen in all curries featured here
- For gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce in Thai curry
03 -
- Swap chickpeas with white beans or lentils with split peas for variety
- Adjust the amount of chili according to your preferred heat level