Chickpea Curry Spinach Rice (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
02 - 2–3 handfuls of fresh chopped spinach
03 - 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
04 - 1 tablespoon avocado oil
05 - 1 tablespoon or more of brown sugar if you like it sweeter
06 - 2 minced garlic cloves
07 - 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - 1 1/2 tablespoons red curry paste
09 - A 14-ounce can of rinsed and drained chickpeas
10 - One can (14 ounces) of full-fat coconut milk

# Instructions:

01 - Follow the package instructions to cook your rice.
02 - Add avocado oil to a pan over medium heat. Toss in garlic and curry paste, stirring for a minute or two until fragrant and soft.
03 - Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and sprinkle in the brown sugar. Stir it all together and let it bubble gently until it thickens.
04 - Stir in the chickpeas, spinach, and cilantro. Let it cook just until the spinach wilts and the chickpeas warm through. If you like a creamier texture, press some chickpeas with a wooden spoon.
05 - Taste and tweak the flavors if needed. You could squeeze some lime or add a touch of ginger or lemongrass if you want. Serve it hot over rice, with chili oil or crispy pickles on top. Extra cilantro never hurts!

# Notes:

01 - Mash the chickpeas a bit if you prefer a thicker texture.
02 - Maesri or Thai Kitchen curry pastes work great for this.
03 - Optional: Add lime juice, ginger, or lemongrass for more zing.