'CHICKEN' TIKKA MASALA - VEGAN STYLE

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My all time favorite Indian dish - Chicken Tikka Masala. Since my vegan conversion, this is one meal I surely thought, I'd never have again. Thanks to the folks at Gardein, their 'chicken scallopini' makes this carnivorous dish, 100% vegan friendly!

Provided by veganhogg

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 vegan chicken, scallopini breasts by Gardein (available at most Whole Foods stores)
1 cup soy yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
6 bamboo skewers
1 tablespoon Earth Balance margarine
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup coconut milk (can substitute lite)
1/4 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Chop 'chicken' into 1" cubes. Mix all marinade ingredients together and add the cubed Gardein chicken. Marinate for about 1 hour.
  • Soak bamboo skewers in warm water while preparing sauce.
  • For sauce, melt 'butter' on medium heat until melted.
  • Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in coriander, cumin, paprika, garam masala and salt.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add peas and stir in coconut milk. Simmer on low heat (stirring often) while preparing the Gardein chicken.
  • Thread Gardein chicken onto skewers and discard marinade.
  • Broil Gardein chicken, turning occasionally, to cook through for about 8-10 minutes.
  • Remove Gardein chicken from skewers and add to sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with Basmati or Jasmine rice.

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