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Summer Chickpea Tikka Masala That the Whole Crowd Cannot Stop Requesting

Easy Summer Chickpea Tikka Masala Crowd Pleaser Recipe

Summer chickpea tikka masala crowd — summer chickpea tikka masala that crowds rave about. This crowd chickpea curry disappears fast. Try this Indian summer
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Easy Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tbsp tikka masala paste
  • 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once shimmering, add your diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and beginning to turn golden at the edges.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. The aromatics should fill your kitchen with Indian spice aromas that signal delicious flavors ahead.
  3. Add the 2 tablespoons of tikka masala paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. This step blooms the spices and creates the rich flavor foundation for your chickpea curry.
  4. Pour in the diced tomatoes with juice, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Add cumin, garam masala, turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper—stir everything thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly throughout the pot.
  5. Add the drained chickpeas and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let the summer chickpea tikka masala crowd recipe cook for 15-18 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly while stirring occasionally.
  6. Squeeze fresh lime juice into the pot and stir in the fresh spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts completely into the creamy sauce, distributing vibrant green color throughout.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed—add more salt if flavors seem muted or lime if you prefer brightness. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro before serving this crowd chickpea creation.