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Butter Chickpeas

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Butter Chickpeas offers a delightful twist on the classic, featuring hearty chickpeas and creamy coconut milk for a comforting, easy-to-make curry that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp dairy-free butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 15 oz. canned tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 15 oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup canned coconut milk, mixed to eliminate clumps
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the dairy-free butter.
  • Sauté the diced onion for about 5 minutes, then add minced ginger and garlic.
  • Sprinkle in the spices and sauté briefly.
  • Pour in the tomato sauce and water, then add chickpeas and mix well.
  • Combine coconut milk and cornstarch in a bowl, then stir into the skillet and simmer until thickened.
  • Serve warm over rice or grain, garnished with fresh cilantro.

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Notes

Sauté spices well to enhance their flavors.
Adjust chili powder for desired spice level.
For a thicker sauce, simmer longer without a lid.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 42
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 0