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Vegetarian Chickpea Tikka Masala – Creamy Indian-Inspired Comfort Meal

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This Vegetarian Chickpea Tikka Masala is a rich and flavorful Indian-inspired dish. Oven-roasted chickpeas are simmered in a creamy tomato and cashew sauce, infused with aromatic spices for a hearty and satisfying vegetarian meal.

  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas
  • 23 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1/2 inch ginger, finely minced
  • 3/4 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 small onion, cut into 8 pieces
  • 4 medium tomatoes, quartered
  • 23 whole garlic cloves
  • 1/2 inch ginger, peeled and cut into pieces
  • 1/4 cup raw cashews
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp coriander powder
  • 2 tsp oil, divided
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix chickpeas with minced garlic, ginger, garam masala, chili powder, lemon juice, oil, and salt. Spread on a nonstick baking tray.
  3. Bake chickpeas for 10 minutes, stir, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, heat 1 tsp oil in a large skillet. Add whole garlic cloves, ginger, and onion; cook until onion is translucent, 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add tomatoes and cashews, cooking 4–5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
  6. Add cumin and coriander powders, mix well, transfer to blender, add 1 cup water, and blend until smooth.
  7. Heat remaining oil in skillet on low, add chili powder and cook until fragrant.
  8. Pour in blended tomato mixture and bring to a boil.
  9. Add garam masala and salt to taste, simmer covered on low for 5 minutes.
  10. Add roasted chickpeas, garnish with cilantro, and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, garnish with fresh cilantro.
  • Adjust spice level according to preference.
  • Pairs well with basmati rice or naan.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 27 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking and Simmering
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian