CHICKPEA TIKKA MASALA

Name: CHICKPEA TIKKA MASALA
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil or 1/4 cup water/broth (oil-free); 1 large onion, diced; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 3 – 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2-inch piece of ginger, minced or grated; 1 tablespoon ground coriander, optional; 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric; 1 heaping teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 – 1 teaspoon cayenne; 1/2 teaspoon mineral salt; 2 cans (14oz) diced tomatoes, with juices (or 4 tomatoes chopped); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 cans (14oz) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed; 1 can (15oz.) coconut milk (full or low fat – cream is ok too); 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; grain of choice (rice, quinoa, couscous); homemade vegan naan

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:40min

Quick & delicious vegan chickpea tikka masala: tender chickpeas in a velvety tomato-coconut sauce loaded with warm spices for a delicious Indian curry. Simple one-pan method, under 60 minutes total - serve with rice or vegan naan for cozy, satisfying dinners. Great for meal prep too!

Updated at: Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:06:05 GMT