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A vibrant bowl of Indian Butter Chickpeas featuring soft, golden chickpeas coated in a rich, creamy orange butter sauce. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a splash of cream, placed on a rustic wooden table with naan bread on the side, styled for an inviting, homestyle presentation.

Creamy Indian Butter Chickpeas Delight

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A rich and creamy Indian chickpea curry cooked in aromatic butter, spices, and herbs, served with naan or rice for a hearty vegetarian meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dried chickpeas or 2 cans of chickpeas
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Soak dried chickpeas overnight or use canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed.
  2. In a large pot, cook chickpeas until tender if using dried, or set aside if using canned.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.
  4. Add garlic and ginger, cook for another minute.
  5. Stir in spices: garam masala, turmeric, and cumin, cook until fragrant.
  6. Add tomato puree and simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Mix in cooked chickpeas and stir to coat with the sauce.
  8. Pour in heavy cream, simmer for 5 more minutes until flavors meld.
  9. Season with salt and pepper as needed and garnish with cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, add more cream or coconut milk.
  • Serve with warm naan or steamed rice.
  • You can adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg