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Vibrant bowl featuring creamy orange-hued chickpeas coated in a rich buttery Indian gravy, garnished with fresh cilantro and served alongside warm naan bread, showcasing a glossy, textured sauce and colorful herbs.

Creamy Indian Butter Chickpeas Delight

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A hearty and flavorful Indian Butter Chickpeas recipe featuring tender chickpeas simmered in a rich, buttery tomato sauce with aromatic spices, garnished with fresh cilantro.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece ginger, grated
  • 2 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
  3. Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for another minute.
  4. Add pureed tomatoes and cook until oil separates from the sauce.
  5. Mix in garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and ground coriander. Cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Add chickpeas and stir to coat in the spices. Cook for 5 minutes.
  7. Pour in heavy cream or coconut milk, simmer for 10 minutes until flavors meld.
  8. Season with salt, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot with naan or rice.

Notes

  • You can substitute coconut milk for a vegan version.
  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • This dish pairs well with basmati rice or naan bread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 580 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg