Spicy Red Curry Chickpea Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Red Curry Chickpea Tacos are a delicious fusion of flavors, combining the warmth of red curry with the heartiness of chickpeas. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.

The recipe is simple and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile choice for any meal.

Easy Red Curry Chickpea Tacos Recipe

This recipe features chickpeas simmered in a fragrant red curry sauce, served in warm tortillas and topped with fresh vegetables. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon red curry paste
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Sliced avocado for topping (optional)

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
Add Chickpeas: Stir in the chickpeas and cook for another 2 minutes.
Mix in Curry: Add the red curry paste, coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Warm Tortillas: While the chickpea mixture is cooking, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Assemble Tacos: Spoon the chickpea mixture into each tortilla and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and sliced avocado if desired.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos warm, garnished with additional lime juice or hot sauce if you like.