Description
A rich, creamy, and flavorful vegetarian twist on the classic butter chicken! This Indian Butter Chickpeas recipe features tender chickpeas simmered in a spiced tomato and butter sauce, finished with a touch of cream for an irresistible dish. Perfectly served with basmati rice or naan!
Ingredients
**For the Chickpeas:**
– 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1 tablespoon oil
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1-inch piece ginger, grated
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon garam masala
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
– 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt, to taste
**For the Sauce:**
– 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
– 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for vegan option)
– 1 tablespoon tomato paste
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– 1/2 cup water
**For Serving:**
– Cooked basmati rice or naan
– Fresh cilantro, chopped
– Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add cumin, garam masala, paprika, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Stir for 30 seconds to toast the spices.
4. Pour in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, then add sugar. Stir well and let simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add chickpeas and water, stirring to coat. Simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing flavors to blend.
6. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream (or coconut milk). Simmer for 5 more minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with basmati rice or naan. Enjoy!
Notes
– For a spicier version, add extra chili powder or cayenne pepper.
– Substitute coconut milk for a dairy-free and vegan-friendly alternative.
– This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen overnight!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 20mg