Cauliflower Tikka Masala with Chickpeas

Cauliflower Tikka Masala with Chickpeas

Prep time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon coconut or neutral oil, such as canola or avocado
  • 4 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups tikka masala sauce (see note)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Directions:

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add cauliflower and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add water; cover and cook until the cauliflower is tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add chickpeas and sauce, cook, stirring occasionally, until hot, 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Serve topped with cilantro, if desired.

Notes:

Keep Indian summer sauces, such as tikka masala and Madras curry, in your pantry for a meal that's ready faster than you can order takeout. You can turn just about any vegetable or protein into a saucy dish like this one, or brush the sauce on chicken or steak before it hits the grill if you're cooking for someone who isn't vegetarian or vegan.

Nutrition:

Per serving: 268 calories; 16g fat; 26g carbohydrates; 8g protein

Recipe source: eatingwell.com