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Chickpea Korma and Basmati Rice

Chickpea Korma and Basmati Rice

with Peas and Crispy Onions
Lily Stevens
Lily StevensUpdated on March 05, 2026
Calories
843 kcal
Protein
21.6g protein
Total
20 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Mustard
  • Milk
  • Celery
  • Cereals containing gluten
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

150 grams

Basmati Rice

2 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

1 sachet(s)

Curry Powder Mix

50 grams

Korma Curry Paste

(Contains: Mustard)

1 carton(s)

Chickpeas

150 grams

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

10 grams

Vegetable Stock Paste

(Contains: Celery)

40 grams

Mango Chutney

120 grams

Peas

40 grams

Baby Spinach

1 sachet(s)

Crispy Onions

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

Not included in your delivery

100 milliliter(s)

Water for the Curry

Energy (kcal)843 kcal
Energy (kJ)3529 kJ
Fat37.3 g
of which saturates17.9 g
Carbohydrate107.3 g
of which sugars21 g
Dietary Fibre7.5 g
Protein21.6 g
Salt3.5 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Sieve
Kettle
Lid
Large Saucepan
Garlic Press
Large Frying Pan

Instructions

Get Started
1

a) Boil a half-full kettle.

b) Pour the boiled water into a large saucepan with 1/4 tsp salt on high heat.

c) Add the rice and cook for 10-12 mins. 

d) Once cooked, drain in a sieve and pop back in the pan. Cover with a lid and leave to the side until ready to serve.

Fry the Spices
2

a) Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

b) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.

c) Once hot, add the garlic, curry powder and korma style paste to the pan and fry until fragrant, 1 min.

Bring on the Chickpeas
3

a) Meanwhile, drain and rinse the chickpeas in a sieve.

Build the Flavour
4

a) Stir the chickpeas, creme fraiche, vegetable stock paste and water for the curry (see pantry for amount) into the pan.

b) Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened, 5-6 mins.

Add the Veg and Chutney
5

a) When the curry has thickened, stir in the mango chutney and peas.

b) Add the spinach a handful at a time until wilted and piping hot, 1-2 mins.

c) Season with salt and pepper.

Serve Up
6

a) Share the rice between your serving bowls.

b) Spoon over the chickpea korma.

c) Sprinkle over the crispy onions to finish.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Delicious and full of flavour, this creamy korma was a hit with many, even those hesitant about meat-free dishes.
  • Ease of prep: Quick to prepare and straightforward to follow, with minimal cutting required.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding extra vegetables like aubergine or onion for more texture and nutrition.
  • Next-day meals: The recipe makes enough for leftovers, keeping well for a second day's meal.
  • Texture: For more bite, try roasting the chickpeas in the oven before adding to the curry.
AI-generated from customer reviews

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