Single-Pan Global Curries (Printable Version)

Enjoy bold, easy world-inspired curries cooked in a single pan for convenient weeknight meals.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 ground turmeric
08 - 1 teaspoon garam masala
09 - 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
10 - 2 cans (14 ounces each) 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 can (14 ounces) 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 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
33 - 1 can (14 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
34 - 1 cup vegetable broth
35 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
36 - Salt and pepper to taste
37 - Fresh parsley, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion, cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Incorporate minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 1 minute. Sprinkle in ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala; cook until aromatic, 1 minute. Mix in diced tomatoes, chickpeas, coconut milk, and salt. Stir thoroughly, bring mixture to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Finish with fresh cilantro before serving.
02 - Warm coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and Thai red curry paste; cook for 1 minute. Add rinsed red lentils, coconut milk, vegetable broth, sliced carrot, and sliced red bell pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender. Season with soy sauce and lime juice. Garnish with fresh basil or cilantro.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Incorporate minced garlic and chili; sauté for 1 minute. Add curry powder and cook briefly until fragrant, around 30 seconds. Combine with diced sweet potatoes, coconut milk, black beans, vegetable broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender. Finish with fresh parsley as garnish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Three flavorful curries, each made in just one pan
  • Customizable for vegetarian or vegan diets
02 -
  • Use tamari or gluten free soy sauce in Thai curry for gluten free diets
  • Always check curry paste and broth ingredient labels for allergens
03 -
  • Serve curries with steamed rice naan or flatbread for a complete meal
  • Adjust chili quantity for desired heat level in each curry
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