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Indian Butter Chickpeas

Name: Indian Butter Chickpeas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: olive oil; onion, diced; garlic, minced; ginger, grated; canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed; canned crushed tomatoes; coconut milk; garam masala; salt; black pepper; fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

A vegetarian spin on classic butter chicken.

40 min 4 servings Medium Indian

Fit Score

Off your goals

While the dish is vegetarian and comforting, it may not meet your high-protein and low-calorie targets.

Protein

Lower protein content than your target.

Calories

Calories are higher than your target.

Diet

Vegetarian fit but not low carb.

Time

Cooking time is within your preference.

Cookable Score

Cookable

The recipe is straightforward with clear steps, though some ingredients may require preparation.

Ingredient clarity

Ingredients are specific and well-defined.

Step clarity

Steps are clear but could use more detail on timing.

Technique

Requires basic cooking skills, suitable for beginners.

Equipment

All required equipment is common and available.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

—olive oil
—onion (diced)
—garlic (minced)
—ginger (grated)
—canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
—canned crushed tomatoes
—coconut milk
—garam masala
—salt
—black pepper
—fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

How to make it

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Heating the oil properly will help the onion sauté evenly and develop flavor.
Add diced onion and cook until translucent.
Cooking the onion until translucent enhances its sweetness and flavor.
Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and garam masala.
This step releases the aromatic flavors of the garlic and spices.
Add the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine.
The tomatoes form the base of the sauce, providing acidity and richness.
Add the chickpeas and coconut milk.
The chickpeas add protein and texture, while the coconut milk adds creaminess.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Seasoning enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Simmering allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Garnishing with cilantro not only adds color but also freshens the dish.

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Nutrition

Estimated per serving

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450Calories

20gProtein

60gCarbs

15gFat

10g fiber 8g sugar 800mg sodium 0g saturated fat

Nutrition is estimated from ingredient amounts and may vary with brands and substitutions. In the app, values update automatically when you adapt the recipe or scale servings.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Indian Butter Chickpeas?

Indian Butter Chickpeas has about 450 calories per serving, with 20g protein, 60g carbs, and 15g fat. Values are estimates from the ingredient amounts and update in the Reci AI app when you adapt the recipe or change servings.

How long does Indian Butter Chickpeas take to make?

Indian Butter Chickpeas takes about 40 min in total — 10 min prep and 30 min cook, and makes 4 servings.

Is Indian Butter Chickpeas high in protein?

Yes — Indian Butter Chickpeas has about 20g of protein per serving, which makes it a solid high-protein option. In the Reci AI app you can tap once to push the protein even higher.

What ingredients do I need for Indian Butter Chickpeas?

Key ingredients include olive oil, onion, garlic, ginger, canned chickpeas, canned crushed tomatoes, and a few more. The full measured list, smart grocery list, and substitutions are in the recipe above and in the Reci AI app.

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