Creamy Chickpea Korma
with Basmati Rice, Peas and Coriander
- Mustard
- Milk
A comforting and mildly spiced Indian favourite, korma sauce pairs well with any kind of veg or protein. Here, this veg-filled version heroes chickpeas and will be on your table in less than 25 minutes.
Ingredients
150 grams
Basmati Rice
2 unit(s)
Garlic Clove
1 bunch(es)
Coriander
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
40 grams
Mango Chutney
120 grams
Peas
40 grams
Baby Spinach
Not included in your delivery
100 milliliter(s)
Water for the Curry
Utensils
Instructions
a) Boil a half-full kettle.
b) Pour the boiled water into a large saucepan with ¼ tsp salt on high heat. Add the rice and cook for 10-12 mins.
c) Drain in a sieve and pop back in the pan. Cover with a lid and leave to the side until ready to serve.
a) Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). Roughly chop the coriander (stalks and all).
b) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.
c) Add the garlic, curry powder mix and korma curry paste to the pan and fry until fragrant, 1 min.
a) Meanwhile, drain and rinse the chickpeas in a sieve.
a) Stir the chickpeas, creme fraiche, veg stock paste and the water for the curry (see pantry for amount) into the pan.
b) Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened, 5-6 mins.
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.
a) Fluff up the rice with a fork and stir through half of the coriander. Share the rice between your serving bowls.
b) Spoon over the chickpea korma.
c) Sprinkle over the remaining coriander to finish.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Many enjoyed the creamy, mild korma flavour, though some found it a bit bland or sweet.
- Ease of prep: Customers praised how quick and easy this dish was to prepare, often ready in under 25 minutes.
- Suggestions: Consider adding chicken, tofu, or extra vegetables for more variety; some preferred coconut milk to crème fraîche.
- Portions: Generous servings satisfied most, with some reporting enough for leftovers or an extra portion.
- Texture: Several found the combination of chickpeas, peas, and rice created a similar texture throughout the dish.
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