Single-Pan Global Curries (Printable)

Global curries in one pan for easy, flavor-packed dinners. Vegetarian, vegan options, ready in under an hour.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 per can)
11 - 1 cup coconut milk
12 - 1 teaspoon salt
13 - Fresh cilantro, 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, adjust to taste)
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 thyme
36 - Salt and pepper to taste
37 - Fresh parsley, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1 minute. Incorporate ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and garam masala, then cook for 1 minute until the spices release their aroma. Add diced tomatoes, chickpeas, coconut milk, and salt. Stir thoroughly, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
02 - Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Introduce minced garlic and Thai red curry paste, cooking for 1 minute. Stir in rinsed red lentils, coconut milk, vegetable broth, sliced carrot, and sliced red bell pepper. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender. Mix in soy sauce and lime juice. Finish with fresh basil or cilantro.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onion and cook until softened, around 5 minutes. Combine minced garlic and minced chili, cooking for 1 minute. Sprinkle in curry powder and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add diced sweet potatoes, coconut milk, black beans, vegetable broth, thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are fork-tender. Garnish with fresh parsley.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in one pan with simple steps
  • Flexible for dietary needs including vegetarian and vegan options
02 -
  • All three curries are naturally gluten-free when using tamari
  • For a richer taste, let curries rest 10 minutes before serving
03 -
  • Customize each curry by swapping beans or vegetables to suit your taste
  • Prep ingredients ahead for even quicker weeknight meals
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