This Chickpea Tikka Masala is a delicious and easy-to-make vegetarian dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chickpeas are cooked in a rich and creamy tomato sauce, flavored with spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Serve it over rice or with naan for a satisfying meal.

Source: The Minimalist Kitchen, p. 84

Servings: 4

  • Hands-On Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

Rice

  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 tbsp butter, unsalted
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Chickpea Sauce

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup sweet onion, diced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 (15 oz) cans crushed tomatoes, fire-roasted
  • 1/3 cup coconut milk, full-fat
  • 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed

Garnish (optional)

  • 1 dash lime juice
  • plain yogurt, to taste
  • siracha, to taste

Directions

  1. In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and (1/4 tsp) salt and sauté for 4 minutes, until softened.
  3. Add the garlic, cook for 30 seconds
  4. Stir in the (3/4 tsp) salt, curry powder, cumin, and cinnamon and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add the crushed tomatoes and coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
  6. Add the chickpeas and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine the rice, butter, and (1/4 tsp) salt with 2 cups water.