Description
Chickpea Tikka Masala is a delightful vegan dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine into your kitchen. This recipe features tender chickpeas simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce made from tomatoes, coconut milk, and a blend of spices, including garam masala and turmeric. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this one-pot meal is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside warm naan for a complete experience that will have everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy this nourishing and comforting dish that’s packed with protein and flavor!
Ingredients
- Olive oil or broth
- Onion
- Garlic and ginger
- Cumin seeds
- Diced tomatoes
- Coconut milk
- Chickpeas
- Spices: Turmeric, garam masala, cayenne
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cumin seeds; sauté until onions are golden.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add spices (turmeric, garam masala, cayenne) and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Incorporate diced tomatoes and cook for about 4 minutes until softened.
- Mix in chickpeas and coconut milk, stirring well to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer; cover and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot over rice or with naan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg