Description
This Vegan Butter Chickpeas recipe delivers a velvety, spice-infused sensation, proving that plant-based comfort food can be utterly indulgent and bursting with flavor. It’s quick, healthy, and deeply satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup or 150g)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon or 15g)
- 1 tablespoon (15g) ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon (15g) garam masala
- 1 teaspoon (5g) turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon (5g) cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon (5g) coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (14 oz or 400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14 oz or 400g) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (120ml) coconut cream
- 1/4 cup (60ml) water
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the garam masala, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder, stirring well to combine and toast the spices for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly.
- Add the drained chickpeas, coconut cream, and water, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is rich and creamy.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Serve hot with rice or naan.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust the chili powder to your personal preference for heat.
- Serving: Delicious with fluffy basmati rice, warm naan bread, or even quinoa.
- Storage: Stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
Keywords: vegan butter chickpeas, plant-based curry, chickpea recipe, creamy vegan, easy vegan dinner, Indian vegan, healthy chickpeas, coconut cream curry
