Curried Okra with Chickpeas and Tomatoes

A flavorful vegetarian curry combining tender okra, chickpeas, and tomatoes with aromatic Indian spices. This hearty dish pairs perfectly with basmati rice.

4 servings
20 min

Ingredients

  • lb okra
  • tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 4 teaspoons fresh ginger
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 can whole tomatoes
  • 1 can chickpeas
  • cup water
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • serving basmati rice

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    If using fresh okra, trim, leaving tops intact, being careful not to cut into pods.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté onion and garlic with ginger and curry powder, stirring, 2 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juice, chickpeas, and water and boil, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Stir in okra, salt, and pepper and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until okra is tender, about 10 minutes.

    15 min