Easy Indian Butter Chickpeas Recipe
Craving some mouthwatering homemade indian food that is easy to make? You will love our Indian Butter Chickpeas! This chickpea recipes indian is bursting with flavor and is also incredibly easy to prepare. You’ll be amazed at how simple it is to whip up this delicious dish. Get ready to impress your taste buds—let’s start cooking!
Servings 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 Tablespoons butter
- 1 large yellow onion finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt divided
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- 1/2 serrano chile seeded, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 2 14.5 oz can chickpeas drained, rinsed
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon garam masala or ground curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
Instructions
- Start by melting some butter in a spacious, deep skillet over medium heat. Toss in the chopped onion and a pinch of salt. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onions are nice and soft—about 7 minutes
- Stir in the tomato paste. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, for about 4 to 5 minutes until it becomes rich and dark
- Add some chili and ginger to the pan, stirring them together until the aroma fills the air and the tomato paste begins to caramelize slightly on the bottom—about 1 minute
- Add in those nutritious chickpeas along with baking soda to the pan with your onion and tomato paste mixture. Give it a good stir to combine all those delicious flavors
- Add a burst of flavor by mixing in garam masala, cumin, and chili powder! Cook this aromatic blend while stirring frequently for about 30 seconds, or until the spices become fragrant and beautifully combined
- Add in the cream, salt, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat. Once it’s simmering, reduce the heat to low and let it continue to simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook until the sauce reduces and thickens, about 10 to 15 minutes
- Serve up deliciousness by dividing the cooked rice into bowls or plates. Next, generously spoon the flavorful chickpea mixture either on top or alongside the rice. And don’t forget the finishing touch: sprinkle fresh cilantro over the chickpeas. This isn’t just a garnish—it takes this Indian curry dish to the next level of flavor!