Teresa's Recipes
Fiesta Mexican Curry
Experience the fusion of bold Mexican flavors and Indian spices with this vibrant Fiesta Mexican Curry. This recipe is a delightful medley of fresh vegetables, hearty chickpeas, and aromatic spices simmered in creamy coconut milk. Served over fluffy rice or warm tortillas, this dish is a flavorful getaway that brings the fiesta of Cinco de Mayo to your dinner table any day of the year. It was inspired by the Indian immigrants in Mexico who fused their traditional curry spices with the native ingredients of their new homeland, creating this unique blend of cultures and flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1, diced Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1, sliced Red bell pepper
- 1, sliced Zucchini
- 2 cups Cauliflower florets
- 1 can (15 ounces), drained and rinsed Chickpeas
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Curry powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) Coconut milk
- To taste Salt and pepper
- For garnish Fresh cilantro
- For serving Cooked rice or tortillas
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 13g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Sugar: 7g
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is aromatic, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the sliced red bell pepper, zucchini, and cauliflower florets. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
- Stir in the drained and rinsed chickpeas, tomato paste, curry powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Let everything cook for 2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
- Pour in the coconut milk, and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the curry simmer for 15-20 minutes. This will ensure that the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Mexican curry hot, over cooked rice or with warm tortillas.
- Top the curry with fresh cilantro before serving to enhance the flavor and presentation.