Savory Ground Beef and Chickpea Curry with Coconut Rice

This unique and budget-friendly ground beef recipe combines the rich flavors of a savory curry with protein-packed chickpeas, served over creamy coconut rice. It's a delightful fusion that brings warmth and comfort to your table without breaking the bank.

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15m prep

30m cook

4 servings

medium difficulty

Total: 45m

Ingredients

garlic

2 cloves

minced

salt

1 to taste

for seasoning

pepper

1 to taste

for seasoning

onion

1 medium

finely chopped

lime

1 whole

for squeezing over the dish

vegetable oil

1 tablespoon

for cooking

water

1 2

for cooking rice

fresh ginger

1 tablespoon

grated

ground beef

1 pound

lean preferred

diced tomatoes

1 can

14 ounces, with juice

fresh cilantro

1 bunch

for garnish

cumin

1 teaspoon

for depth

coconut milk

1 can

13.5 ounces, for creamy rice

jasmine rice

1 cup

for serving

curry powder

2 teaspoons

for flavor

chickpeas

1 can

15 ounces, drained and rinsed

turmeric

1 2

for color and health benefits

Instructions

Start by heating 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in 1 medium onion, finely chopped, and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add 2 cloves of garlic, minced, and 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, grated, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of curry powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric, stirring to coat the beef evenly with the spices.

Pour in 1 can (15 ounces) of chickpeas, drained and rinsed, and 1 can (14 ounces) of diced tomatoes, including the juice.

Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Meanwhile, in a separate pot, combine 1 cup of jasmine rice, 1 can (13.5 ounces) of coconut milk, and 1/2 cup of water.

Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is tender and fluffy.

Once the curry is ready, season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the savory ground beef and chickpea curry over a bed of coconut rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for an extra burst of flavor.

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