Spicy Thai Kale & Chic Peas

I have fallen in love with Indian food! The flavor is so AMAZING with all the wonderful spices! Kick up the heat in this dish by adding a little cayenne pepper. This Spicy Thai Kale dish is such a quick and easy dish to make, it’s satisfying and super nutritious! 

1 cup short grain brown rice

1 onion, finely chopped

1 T minced fresh ginger

2 t chili powder

1 t turmeric

1 t cumin 

1 t coriander

1/2 cup diced mild green chilies

2 cups chopped cremini mushrooms

1 cup water

8 oz. kale, finely chopped (about 1 bunch)

1 1/2 cups cooked chic peas

1 14 oz. can crushed tomatoes

1/4 cup natural unsalted peanut butter

Sea salt

Boil 1 cup water in a small saucepan. Add rice, cover, lower heat, and cook until tender, about 25 – 30 minutes.

Dry sauté onion and ginger for 3 minutes, adding a tablespoon of water if needed to keep from sticking.  Add spices, green chilies, mushrooms, chopped kale, and water. Bring to a boil, lower heat to medium, and cook until kale is tender. Stir in chic peas and tomatoes, and continue to cook 5 more minutes. Stir in peanut butter and serve over desired amount of rice.  Salt to taste.