Delicious Vegetarian Chickpea Curry with Turnips

This vegetarian chickpea curry with turnips is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Made with a mix of spices, chickpeas, and turnips, this curry is packed with nutrients and uses ingredients readily available in your kitchen. It is a simple yet comforting meal that can be enjoyed with rice or naan bread. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the aromatic flavors of this delicious curry!

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 turnips, peeled and cubed
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onions and cook until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric powder, chili powder, and garam masala. Cook for 1 minute to release the flavors.
5. Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, cubed turnips, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Mix well.
6. Season with salt to taste and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the turnips are tender.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve hot with rice or naan bread.

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