The Ultimate Best Chickpea Tikka Masala

By: Prasanna| Published: 9:48:00 AM





The best recipe of Chickpea Tikka Masala you need to try- its easy,creamy,vegan and delicious! Under 30 mins you can fix dinner with this easy vegetarian tikka masala which is superbly delicious and healthy- tastes amazing makes this the authentic chickpea tikka masala.Roasted chickpea added to tikka masala gravy makes this amazing combination makes the BEST vegan chickpea tikka masala EVER!



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If you love Indian cooking then this (vegan) chickpea tikka masala is what you need to try next. Delicious creamy vegetarian tikka masala works so well with naan / rice or any bread of your choice.



The recipe of this roasted chickpea tikka masala is easy,such that you will fix your dinner not only under 30 mins but this is vegan curry,not made with heavy cream/butter still creamy ,thick and delicious.



Just follow the basic easy steps to prepare this very easy Indian curry with easily  which so perfectly with naan or rice.


vegan tikka masala in a pan



Chickpea Tikka Masala


Vegan Chickpea Tikka Masala Ingredients: 



  • Chickpea:  Use cooked,drained chickpeas(if you are using from can then drain and wash well before using) or soak the chickpeas overnight and then further pressure cook them till soft.

  •  Chickpea Roasting Masala Mix:  Just mix together some salt,turmeric powder,lemon juice,red chili powder optionally for extra spice smoked paprika.


  •  Tikka Masala Sauce:    Spices used in making the tikka curry is coriander powder,cumin powder,garam masala powder,chili powder, apart from this whole spices are used which are - cinnamon,poppy seeds,sesame seeds, fennel, cumin, cloves,peppercorns,cardamom.



Why Roasted Chickpeas?


The recipe is tikka masala in which "tikka" means meat or a portion of vegetable marinated in spices then further roasted in tandoor or gas till smoky/charred flavor is achieved.



Same way when using chickpeas won't be possible to roast them in tandoor or on fire, so optionally we can roast the marinated chickpeas on a griddle/skillet or in oven too.


creamy vegetarian roasted chickpea tikka masala closeup with chopped cilantro.jpg


How many calories in a chickpea tikka masala?


One serving of this vegetarian tikka masala has 298 calories. You can make it more healthy by reducing the quantity of cashew nuts and add coconut milk instead.



What is the difference between chana masala and tikka masala?


In chana masala,chickpeas are soaked overnight,drained and washed,further along with spices and tomato-onion based gravy cooked in a pressure cooker/crockpot till the chana are soft and desired gravy consistency is reached.



In tikka masala the chana are first roasted after marinated in spices and then added to the tomato-onion based gravy and cooked.


How to make tikka masala sauce?


To make tikka masala sauce / gravy ,first in  a pan add the ingredients for masala gravy(i.e. onion, tomatoes, cashews, garlic,ginger and whole spices mentioned) and saute them with a little oil, till soft.



Once cool,grind with all spice powders and little water to a smooth paste.(as per required consistency add more or less water to make paste). Also you can add coconut milk to make the masala gravy.


How to roast the chickpeas for making the authentic chickpea tikka masala?



For any tikka masala recipes,normally the vegetable/cottage cheese/poultry is cubed then marinated with spice blends further skewered to grill in tandoor/oven/gas/outdoor grill.



Since chickpea are tiny so doing this will be time consuming job,so roasting the chickpeas is easier when marinated with spices and roast them directly on gas by spreading them on skillet,stir in a while using spatula.



Next option is to arrange them on a baking pan and broil them for 5 mins or little more till they appear slightly charred.


a white bowl with rice topped with chickpea tikka masala and naan



How to make chickpea tikka masala?


Step1:   In a Mixing Bowl,add the chickpeas and spices for marination. Toss well to evenly coat the chickpeas with spices.


Step2:   On a skillet apply oil and spread the marinated chickpeas. On medium heat roast the chickpeas and occasionally stir them with a spatula till they look slightly charred.


(As shown in picture 1 and 2 )

how to roast chickpea for tikka masala

Step3:   In a pan add the ingredients for tikka masala sauce,i.e.onion,tomato,cashews,whole spices,ginger,garlic) and little oil,roast them till soft.


Cool it then grind/blend (Hand Blender) to a smooth paste by adding little water and all spice powders.
(As shown in picture 3 and 4)


spices to roast for chickpea tikka masala

Step4:   Add the ground paste to the pan again and let it come to a one boil.


Depending on the desired consistency of the masala you can add water quantity. 


Optionally you can also add coconut milk to thicken sauce but this sauce works very well,so no need of adding any cream or coconut milk.


Step5:   Add the roasted chickpeas and mix well. Cook for a few seconds,adjust salt and add chopped cilantro.


Serve with naan or rice.


(As shown in picture 5 and 6)

how to make vegan chickpea tikka masala
a pan with chickpea tikka masala


Tips to make the best roasted chickpea tikka masala:

  • You can adjust the quantity of water as per the consistency of sauce you like.
  • If you want extra creamy sauce then add coconut milk instead of adding cream.
  • Do Not overcook the chickpeas if you are not using canned chickpeas. Try to cook them just right so that they are cooked well and hold the shape too.Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Always adjust spice levels in this recipe to suit your spice preference.Adjust quantity of red chili powder to adjust as per your liking.
  • Instead of vegetable oil you can always opt for cold pressed coconut oil.It gives amazing flavor to the dish too.
  • Make variations of this tikka masala by adding Cauliflower,Tofu,Cottage Cheese,Sweet Potato,Spinach.




The Ultimate Best Chickpea Tikka Masala


The Ultimate Best Chickpea Tikka Masala
Yield: 5
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prep time: 15 Mcook time: 15 Mtotal time: 30 M
The best recipe of Chickpea Tikka Masala you need to try- its easy,creamy,vegan and delicious! Under 30 mins you can fix dinner with this easy vegetarian tikka masala which is superbly delicious and healthy- tastes amazing makes this authentic chickpea tikka masala.Roasted chickpea added to tikka masala gravy makes this amazing combination makes the BEST vegan chickpea tikka masala EVER!

ingredients:

For Roasted Chickpeas:
  • 1.5 Cup Chickpea,cooked,drained,washed
  • As per need Salt
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
  • 1 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
For Tikka Masala Sauce:
  • 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Small Red Onion,chopped
  • 3 Medium,Tomatoes,chopped
  • 8 Raw Cashew nuts,unsalted
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 3/4 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Garam Masala Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Red Chili Powder
  • 3 cloves,Garlic,minced
  • 1/2 Inch Ginger,grated
  • 1/4 Inch Cinnamon Stick
  • 1/2 tsp Poppy Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Sesame Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Fennel Seeds
  • 2 - 3 Cloves
  • 3 Black Peppercorns
  • 3 Green Cardamoms
For Garnish:
  • Chopped Cilantro

instructions:

How to cook The Ultimate Best Chickpea Tikka Masala

  1. In a mixing bowl,add the chickpeas and spices for marination.
  2. Toss well to evenly coat the chickpeas with spices.
  3. On a skillet apply oil and spread the marinated chickpeas.
  4. On medium heat roast the chickpeas and occasionally stir them with a spatula till they look slightly charred.
  5. In a pan add the ingredients for tikka masala sauce i.e.onion,tomato,cashews,whole spices,ginger,garlic) and little oil,roast them till soft.
  6. Cool it then grind to a smooth paste by adding little water and all spice powders.
  7. Add the ground paste to the pan again and let it come to a one boil.
  8. Depending on the desired consistency of the masala you can add water quantity.
  9. Add the roasted chickpeas and mix well. Cook for a few seconds,adjust salt and add chopped cilantro.
  10. Serve with naan or rice.

NOTES:

You can adjust the quantity of water as per the consistency of sauce you like.
If you want extra creamy sauce then add coconut milk instead of adding cream.
Do Not overcook the chickpeas if you are not using canned chickpeas.
Try to cook them just right so that they are cooked well and hold the shape too.Overcooking will make them mushy.
Always adjust spice levels in this recipe to suit your spice preference.
Adjust quantity of red chili powder to adjust as per your liking.
Instead of vegetable oil you can always opt for cold pressed coconut oil.It gives amazing flavor to the dish too.
Make variations of this tikka masala by adding Cauliflower,Tofu,Cottage Cheese,Sweet Potato,Spinach.

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Calories
298.12
Fat (grams)
23.46
Sat. Fat (grams)
3.88
Carbs (grams)
18.24
Fiber (grams)
3.29
Net carbs
14.94
Sugar (grams)
3.73
Protein (grams)
9.02
Sodium (milligrams)
22670.62
Cholesterol (grams)
0.00
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