Vegan Protein Bowl
Recipe Summary
- A quick and easy vegan protein bowl featuring chickpeas cooked in a flavorful Indian-style gravy with onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. This hearty and healthy dish is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Oil 2 tbsp
- Cumin seeds 1 tsp
- Onion 1 medium, sliced
- Tomato 1 medium, chopped
- Ginger-garlic paste 1 tbsp
- Coriander powder 1 tbsp
- Red chili powder 1 tsp
- Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
- Water (for paste) 1/4 cup
- Boiled chickpeas 1.5 cups
- Salt To taste
- Water (for gravy) 1/2 cup
- Green chili 1, slit
- Cooked rice 2 cups
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
- Bowl
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Heat Oil
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat.
Step 2: Add Cumin Seeds
Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter for a few seconds.
Step 3: Sauté Onions
Add 1 medium sliced onion and sauté until it turns translucent, about .
Step 4: Cook Tomatoes
Add 1 medium chopped tomato and cook until it softens and breaks down, about .
Step 5: Prepare Spice Paste
In a separate bowl, combine 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste, 1 tablespoon coriander powder, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, and 1/4 cup water. Mix well to form a smooth paste.
Step 6: Add Spice Paste
Pour the prepared spice paste into the pan with the sautéed onions and tomatoes. Cook for until the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
Step 7: Add Chickpeas and Salt
Add 1.5 cups of boiled chickpeas and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly.
Step 8: Simmer Gravy
Add 1/2 cup of water, stir, and bring to a simmer. Cook for until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
Step 9: Garnish
Garnish with 1 slit green chili.
Step 10: Serve
Serve the vegan protein bowl hot with cooked rice.
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