Vegetarian Tikka Masala
If you love Indian cuisine but want a vegetarian version of a classic dish, this Vegetarian Tikka Masala is a simple and easy recipe for those comfort food cravings. It's packed with lots of veggies like cauliflower, carrots, and bell pepper, all simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce made w
Ingredients
- 3-5 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
- 1 onion chopped
- 6 cloves garlic chopped
- 6-8 carrots chopped
- 2 tablespoons grated ginger
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 1 head cauliflower chopped
- 3 teaspoons garam masala spice
- 3 teaspoons turmeric
- 3 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 6 oz can tomato paste (170 g)
- 2 28 oz cans diced tomatoes (800 g each)
- 2 cups vegetable stock 480 ml
- 1 15.5 oz can coconut milk (460 ml)
- 2 15.5 oz cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed (440 g each)
- 2 tablespoons butter optional
Instructions
- Drizzle 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil in the bottom of a Dutch oven and set it over medium-low heat.3-5 tablespoons olive oil
- Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.1 onion
- Lower the heat to medium-low and add the chopped garlic and carrots. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring relatively frequently.6 cloves garlic, 6-8 carrots
- Add 1 (6 oz) can of tomato paste and stir for 2 minutes, ensuring it fully coats the garlic, onions, and carrots.1 6 oz can tomato paste (170 g)
- Add 2 tablespoons grated ginger, 3 teaspoons garam masala, 3 teaspoons turmeric, and 3 teaspoons chili powder. Stir for 2 minutes to evenly coat the vegetables.2 tablespoons grated ginger, 3 teaspoons garam masala spice, 3 teaspoons turmeric, 3 teaspoons chili powder, 2 teaspoon salt
- Add 2 cups vegetable stock, 1 (15.5 oz) can coconut milk, the chopped bell pepper, 2 (28 oz) cans diced tomatoes, 2 (15.5 oz) cans chickpeas, and the chopped cauliflower. Gently mix to combine.1 bell pepper, 2 28 oz cans diced tomatoes (800 g each), 2 cups vegetable stock, 1 15.5 oz can coconut milk (460 ml), 2 15.5 oz cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed (440 g each), 1 head cauliflower
- Cover the pot and bring to an active simmer. Let it cook for about 60 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Optional: Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter for added richness before serving.2 tablespoons butter
Nutrition
Calories: 134kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 908mgPotassium: 466mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 8546IUVitamin C: 58mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg
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