Spicy Peanut Coconut Bowl

Step 1: Cook Aromatics

1. Heat the Oil:

   • Place a large frying pan on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high.
   • Add 2 tablespoons of oil and let it heat for about 30 seconds.

2. Add Garlic and Ginger:

   • Once the oil is hot, carefully add 3 crushed garlic cloves and 20g of grated ginger.
   • Stir them for about 1 minute until you can smell their aroma. Be careful not to let them burn.

3. Mix in Tomato Purée and Curry Paste:

   • Add 2 tablespoons of tomato purée and 3 tablespoons of Thai red curry paste to the pan.
   • Stir well and cook for 4-5 minutes. The mixture should darken and become fragrant.

4. Add Remaining Ingredients:

   • Pour in:
     • 400g can of drained chickpeas
     • 350g of roasted vegetables
     • 400g can of coconut milk
     • 2 tablespoons of smooth peanut butter
     • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
     • 1 tablespoon of honey
   • Stir everything together until well combined.

5. Simmer:

   • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
   • Let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help thicken the curry.

Step 2: Add Spinach

1. Stir in Spinach:

   • After 10 minutes, add 200g of spinach to the pan.
   • Stir the spinach in and cook for another 4 minutes. It will wilt down and become bright green.

2. Season to Taste:

   • Taste your curry and adjust the flavors:
     • Add salt and pepper as desired.
     • Squeeze in the juice of 1 lime for a fresh flavor.
     • If you like it sweeter, add a little more honey.

3. Serve:

   • Once everything is well mixed and heated through, it’s time to serve!
   • Ladle the curry into bowls.
   • Top with 25g of finely chopped roasted peanuts and a small handful of finely chopped coriander for extra flavor.

4. Add Rice:

   • Serve the curry alongside cooked white rice to soak up all the delicious sauce.

Recipe Tip

Chicken Variation: If you prefer a chicken version, simply replace the chickpeas with 2 sliced chicken breasts. Cook them first in the oil until no longer pink, then follow the same steps for the rest of the recipe.

Enjoy your tasty Peanut & Coconut Curry! Let me know if you have any questions!