We make this chick pea dish with regularity. The curry stains on cooking utensils don't last forever and it's all totally worth it. Not entirely sure if young folk would like it though...

https://alexandracooks.com/2021/09/19/spicy-chickpeas-with-tomatoes-kale/

and this vegetarian chili is sublime:

https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/7206-best-vegetarian-chili