African Curried Coconut Soup with Chickpeas

A hearty and flavorful soup combining chickpeas, coconut milk, and curry spices with fresh vegetables. This warming African-inspired dish offers a perfect balance of protein and vegetables in a rich coconut broth.

4 servings
25 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 medium red bell pepper
  • 1 whole jalapeño chili
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 1 can light coconut milk
  • ¾ cup cooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    In a medium stockpot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and chili; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add the broth, chickpeas, tomatoes, curry powder, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer gently, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 5 minutes. Serve warm.

    25 min