Get ready to transform your kitchen into an aromatic Indian restaurant with this mind-blowing Slow Cooker Vegan Tikka Masala that promises restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort! Whether you're a busy professional, a plant-based food lover, or someone craving a rich, creamy curry without hours of complicated cooking, this recipe is your ultimate culinary shortcut to flavor paradise. Imagine coming home to a perfectly simmered, tantalizingly fragrant dish that requires almost zero hands-on cooking time – sounds like a dream, right?
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: Indian
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tikka masala paste
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by draining the chickpeas, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
- In the slow cooker, combine the chopped onion, minced garlic, drained chickpeas, coconut milk, diced tomatoes, and tikka masala paste. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well mixed.
- Season the mixture with salt to taste, mixing gently to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Cook for 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the chickpeas to become tender.
- Occasionally stir the mixture halfway through cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even heat distribution.
- After 4 hours, check the consistency. If the sauce is too thin, leave the lid off for the last 30 minutes to reduce and thicken.
- Once cooking is complete, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro over rice or with naan bread.
Tips
- Choose Quality Tikka Masala Paste: Not all pastes are created equal. Opt for a high-quality, authentic brand for the most robust flavor.
- Don't Rush the Cooking: The 4-hour slow cook is crucial for developing deep, complex flavors. Patience is key!
- Prevent Sticking: Stir the mixture halfway through cooking to ensure even heat distribution and prevent burning.
- Customize Your Consistency: If the sauce is too thin, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes to reduce and thicken naturally.
- Garnish Generously: Fresh cilantro isn't just a decoration – it adds a bright, fresh note that elevates the entire dish.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with fluffy basmati rice or warm, soft naan bread to soak up all that delicious sauce.Pro Tip: This recipe freezes beautifully! Make a double batch and store portions for quick, delicious meals later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 207kcal
Carbohydrates: 19g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg
