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Chickpea Curry Soup Recipe

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Ingredients

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Chickpea Curry Soup Recipe

1 onion red or yellowdiced

2 tablespoons fresh gingergrated

2 cloves garliccrushed

2 tablespoons curry powder

1 tsp kosher salt

½ tsp red pepper flakes

1 whole dried Thai chili

1 can canned chickpeasdrained

1 cup chicken stock or vegetable stock for a vegan version

1 can crushed tomatoes

1 can coconut milk

1 cup raw cashews

1 tbsp olive oil

Fresh squeezed lime juicefor garnish

fresh cilantroChopped, for garnish

Instructions

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Instructions

In a large soup pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Sauté 1 diced onion, 2 tablespoons grated ginger, and 2 cloves crushed garlic for about 10 minutes until softened.

Stir in 2 tablespoons curry powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 can (15.5 oz) chickpeas. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes, mashing some chickpeas with a potato masher for texture.

Add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 dried Thai chili, 1 cup chicken stock, and 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes. Stir, bring to a medium-high heat, and boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.

Pour in 1 can (15.5 oz) coconut milk, stir, and let the soup simmer for at least 20 minutes, longer if possible.

Meanwhile, roast 1 cup cashews in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.

Serve the soup warm, garnished with roasted cashews, fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of lime juice.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Your Curry Powder 🔥
Bloom the curry powder in hot oil for 30-60 seconds before adding other ingredients to unlock deeper, more complex spice flavors and eliminate any raw powder taste.
Soak and Blend Cashews 🥜
Soak raw cashews in hot water for 15 minutes, then blend into a smooth paste to create a luxurious, creamy texture without dairy while thickening the soup naturally.
Build Flavor with Aromatics 🧅
Caramelize your onions for 5-7 minutes and add ginger-garlic paste after softening to create a rich, savory base that makes the entire soup more depth-filled and restaurant-quality.
Temper Spice Heat Strategically 🌶️
Add whole dried Thai chilies early for mellow, infused heat, then finish with red pepper flakes at the end for bright, adjustable spiciness that lets diners control their own heat level.
Finish with Fresh Lime and Cilantro ✨
Squeeze fresh lime juice and stir in cilantro just before serving to brighten the rich, heavy curry flavors and add a fresh, aromatic finish that elevates the entire dish.