Single-Pan Global Curries (Printable)

Create three bold curries in one pan, using simple ingredients for flavorful, fuss-free weeknight meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Indian Chickpea Curry

01 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
05 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
06 - 2 teaspoons ground coriander
07 - 1 teaspoon turmeric
08 - 1 teaspoon garam masala
09 - 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
10 - 2 (14-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
11 - 1 cup coconut milk
12 - 1 teaspoon salt
13 - Fresh cilantro, for garnish

→ Thai Red Lentil Curry

14 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil
15 - 1 medium onion, diced
16 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
17 - 1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
18 - 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
19 - 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
20 - 2 cups vegetable broth
21 - 1 medium carrot, sliced
22 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
23 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
24 - Juice of 1 lime
25 - Fresh basil or cilantro, for garnish

→ Caribbean Sweet Potato Curry

26 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
27 - 1 medium onion, sliced
28 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
29 - 1 Scotch bonnet or habanero chili, deseeded and minced (optional, adjust to taste)
30 - 1 tablespoon curry powder
31 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
32 - 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
33 - 1 (14-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
34 - 1 cup vegetable broth
35 - 1 teaspoon thyme
36 - Salt and pepper to taste
37 - Fresh parsley, for garnish

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute.
03 - Add ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and garam masala. Stir and cook for 1 minute until spices are fragrant.
04 - Incorporate diced tomatoes, chickpeas, coconut milk, and salt. Stir to combine, bring to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Finish with fresh cilantro before serving.
06 - Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.
07 - Stir in minced garlic and Thai red curry paste, cooking for 1 minute.
08 - Mix in red lentils, coconut milk, vegetable broth, sliced carrot, and bell pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender.
09 - Stir in soy sauce and lime juice. Garnish with fresh basil or cilantro.
10 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté sliced onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
11 - Add minced garlic and chili, cooking for 1 minute.
12 - Stir in curry powder and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
13 - Add diced sweet potatoes, coconut milk, black beans, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, bring to a simmer.
14 - Cover and cook for 20 minutes, until sweet potatoes are tender.
15 - Top with fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Three globally inspired curries in one recipe
  • One-pan simplicity for easy cleanup
02 -
  • Contains coconut (tree nut allergen), and soy sauce may contain soy and wheat
  • Check curry paste and broth labels for allergen information
03 -
  • Customize spice levels by adjusting chili quantity
  • Swap beans or lentils for easy variations
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