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Ingredients
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp Indian curry paste (or curry powder)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium sweet potato, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp minced fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup vegetable broth or water
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 1 can (540 ml / 19 oz) canned chickpeas
- 1 can (540 ml / 19 oz) whole tomatoes, drained and roughly chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Cayenne pepper, to taste
- 1 cup plain yogurt, for garnish
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 873g | |
| Calories 695 | |
| Calories from Fat 401 | 58% |
| Total Fat 46.73g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat 27.77g | 111% |
| Trans Fat 0.35g | |
| Cholesterol 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium 1642mg | 68% |
| Potassium 1856mg | 53% |
| Total Carbs 61.45g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.5g | 28% |
| Sugars 29.96g | 20% |
| Protein 16.9g | 27% |
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