Description

This Easy Falafel Curry is a delightful blend of falafel in a creamy sauce made with coconut milk and tikka masala. Perfect for quick dinners and packed with irresistible flavors, it’s a comforting choice for any meal.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 medium onion (finely diced)
3 garlic cloves (finely sliced)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger (finely chopped)
1 medium red bell pepper (sliced)
1 medium zucchini (finely diced)
4 tablespoons tikka masala curry paste
1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup coconut milk
12–14 pieces falafel
2 cups spinach
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (roughly chopped)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

Heat coconut oil in a large pan until shimmering.
Add diced onion and sauté until golden (5-6 minutes).
Stir in sliced garlic and chopped ginger, cooking for 30 seconds.
Add red bell pepper and zucchini, sauté for 3-4 minutes.
Mix in tikka masala paste, followed by tomato sauce and coconut milk; simmer gently.
Nestle falafel into the sauce; simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes.
Fold in spinach, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with cilantro before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.
Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months; reheat gently on the stove.
Add a splash of water or coconut milk when reheating if the curry thickens.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 500
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 0mg