RESTAURANT STYLE CHICKPEA TIKKA MASALA | VEGETARIAN TIKKA MASALA

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Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 35 mins | Yield: 4 Servings

This awesome recipe is super good! You have got to give this one a try, I’m telling you. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

For Chickpea Tikka

2 c chickpeas cooked

2-3 garlic cloves finely minced

1/2″ ginger finely minced

3/4 teaspoon garam masala

1/2 teaspoon chilli powder

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 tablespoon oil

salt to taste

For Tikka Masala Sauce

1 small onion cut into 8 pieces

4 medium tomatoes cut in quarters

2-3 garlic whole cloves

1/2″ ginger peeled and cut into 2-3 pieces

1/4 c raw cashews

1 teaspoon cumin powder

1 1/2 teaspoons coriander powder

2 teaspoons oil divided

1/2 teaspoon chilli powder

1 teaspoon garam masala

salt to taste

Directions:

For the Chickpea Tikka:

Step 1: Prepare the oven and preheat to 200 degrees C or 400 degrees F.

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Step 2: Add all the ingredients for the chickpea tikka into a large mixing bowl. Stir until well mixed.

Step 3: Transfer the mixture into a nonstick baking tray and spread it evenly.

Step 4: Place it inside the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes or until done.

For the Tikka Masala Sauce:

Step 1: Place a large pan on the stove and turn the heat to medium.

Step 2: Add 1 teaspoon of oil and allow it to become hot.

Step 3: Add ginger, garlic cloves, and onion. Sauté for about 2 minutes or until aromatic and translucent.

Step 4: Add the cashews and tomatoes. Stir and cook for 4 minutes.

Step 5: Add the coriander powder and cumin powder. Stir until well blended.

Step 6: Add a cup of water and stir until well mixed.

Step 7: Place a frying pan on the stove and turn the heat to low.

Step 8: Add the rest of the oil and allow it to become hot.

Step 9: Add the chilli powder. Stir and cook until aromatic.

Step 10: Add the tomato mixture and stir until well blended, then allow the mixture to boil.

Step 11: Add the garam masala as well as salt. Stir and simmer for about 5 minutes.

Step 12: Add the chickpeas and sprinkle cilantro on top.

Step 13: Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 268kcal

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