Add the oil to a medium-sized pot over medium-low heat. When hot, add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they begin to soften. Add the garlic, cumin seeds, green chilli and curry leaves and saute until lightly golden.
Add the spices and cook for a few minutes, then add in the chopped tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
Season and add the potatoes along with 1 a cup of water and simmer for approx 20 minutes until thickened and the potatoes have cooked through. Add the chopped red pepper and chickpeas and simmer for another 10 minutes adding more water if needed Add the spinach and cook through for a few minutes to wilt.
Serve hot with naans.
Recipe by SAPeople South African Recipes at https://tastyrecipes.staging.sapeople.com/spinach-chickpea-and-potato-curry/