Vegan “Butter Chicken” Chickpeas: A Tasty Plant-Based Delight
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A delicious vegan twist on traditional butter chicken using chickpeas, perfect for a hearty meal.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegan
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- In a large pan, melt the vegan butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
- Add the garam masala, turmeric, and cumin, stirring well.
- Mix in the tomato paste and coconut milk, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the chickpeas and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
- Adjust spices according to your taste preference.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg