Single-Pan Global Curries (Printer View)

Discover easy one-pan Indian, Thai, and Caribbean curries bursting with flavor and perfect for busy evenings.

# 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 can diced tomatoes (14 ounces)
10 - 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed (14 ounces each)
11 - 1 cup coconut milk
12 - 1 teaspoon salt
13 - Fresh cilantro, chopped, 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 coconut milk (14 ounces)
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)
30 - 1 tablespoon curry powder
31 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
32 - 1 can coconut milk (14 ounces)
33 - 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (14 ounces)
34 - 1 cup vegetable broth
35 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
36 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
37 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

# Method Steps:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until softened, approximately 5 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for 1 minute until aromatic.
03 - Incorporate cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala; cook 1 minute to develop flavors.
04 - Add diced tomatoes, chickpeas, coconut milk, and salt. Mix thoroughly, bring to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro prior to serving.
06 - Warm coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent, about 4 minutes.
07 - Add minced garlic and Thai red curry paste; sauté 1 minute.
08 - Add rinsed red lentils, coconut milk, vegetable broth, sliced carrot, and red bell pepper. Bring 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 before serving.
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; cook 1 minute. Incorporate curry powder and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
12 - Add diced sweet potatoes, coconut milk, drained black beans, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
13 - Cover and cook for 20 minutes, until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
14 - Garnish with freshly chopped parsley prior to serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple, single-pan meals mean quick cleanup
  • Global flavors in vegetarian curries for everyone
02 -
  • Coconut milk is used in all three curries for creamy texture
  • Each curry serves four and can be easily doubled for larger crowds
03 -
  • For vegan curries, ensure your curry paste and broth are plant-based
  • Swap chickpeas for white beans or lentils for split peas to change things up
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