Description
Chickpea Tikka Masala is a mouthwatering vegan dish that brings the rich flavors of Indian cuisine right to your home. This creamy and aromatic curry, made with tender chickpeas simmered in a spiced tomato and coconut sauce, is not only quick and easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. Ready in just 50 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delighting both vegans and non-vegans alike. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice or alongside warm homemade naan for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or 1/4 cup water/broth
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 inch piece of ginger, minced or grated
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander (optional)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
- 1 heaping teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/2 teaspoon mineral salt
- 2 cans (14oz) diced tomatoes, with juices (or 4 tomatoes chopped)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cans (14oz) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15oz) coconut milk (full or low fat cream is ok too)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Grain of choice (rice, quinoa, couscous)
- Homemade vegan naan
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion with cumin seeds for 5–7 minutes until golden.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in turmeric, garam masala, cayenne, and optional ground coriander; cook for 1–2 minutes until aromatic.
- Mix in diced tomatoes and cook for about 4 minutes until slightly broken down.
- Add tomato paste, chickpeas, and coconut milk; stir well to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and let it cook on low heat for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot over rice or quinoa, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg