Mediterranean Curry

Ingredients

This Mediterranean Curry recipe is adapted from the traditional Indian curry by incorporating Mediterranean ingredients like feta cheese, olives, and chickpeas. The spices used in this recipe are also adjusted to suit the Mediterranean palate. We alse have the original recipe for Curry, so you can check it out.

• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) curry powder 1 tablespoon (15ml) curry powder
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) ground cumin 1 teaspoon (5ml) ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) ground coriander 1 teaspoon (5ml) ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) cayenne pepper
• 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable broth 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup (120ml) pitted kalamata olives 1/2 cup (120ml) pitted kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup (120g) crumbled feta cheese 1/2 cup (120g) crumbled feta cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 16g (7g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 28g (8g sugars)
• Protein: 14g
• Fiber: 8g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. 3.
   Add the curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. 4.
   Add the chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
5. 5.
   Reduce the heat to low and let the curry simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
6. 6.
   Stir in the olives and feta cheese and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
7. 7.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. 8.
   Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Feta cheese — crumble the cheese just before adding it to the curry to prevent it from melting too quickly and becoming too creamy.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier curry, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add a chopped chili pepper.
• Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream for added creaminess.
• This curry can be made ahead of time and reheated for an easy weeknight dinner.

Serving advice

Serve the Mediterranean Curry hot with rice or naan bread.

Presentation advice

Garnish the curry with fresh parsley for a pop of color.