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Rich & Flavorful Vegan Butter Chickpea – Comfort Food Reinvented!

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp vegan butter
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1- inch piece of ginger grated
  • 1 can 14 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 can 14 oz coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Cooked basmati rice for serving

Instructions
 

  • Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat the vegan butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  • Add Spices: Stir in garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika, and cook for 1-2 minutes to release the flavors.
  • Tomato Base: Add the tomato paste and tomato sauce, and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Chickpeas & Coconut Milk: Stir in the chickpeas and coconut milk, and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until creamy and well combined.
  • Season & Finish: Stir in the maple syrup, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Serve: Serve the chickpea butter curry over basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.