Description
A rich, creamy, and flavorful vegan twist on the classic Indian butter chicken, using chickpeas instead of meat. This dish is packed with warming spices, a luscious tomato-coconut sauce, and is perfect served with rice or naan.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil (coconut or olive)
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato puree
- 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (400ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup (or other sweetener)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh coriander, to garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 5–7 minutes until soft and golden.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in all the spices (garam masala, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, paprika, coriander, cinnamon, and cardamom) and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato puree. Simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Pour in the coconut milk and add the chickpeas. Stir well to combine.
- Add maple syrup and season with salt and pepper. Let the curry simmer gently for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander, alongside rice or naan.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels to your taste by reducing or increasing chili powder.
- This dish freezes well and can be stored for up to 3 months.
- You can use dried chickpeas that have been soaked and cooked instead of canned.
- Add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice before serving for extra brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
