Vegan Butter Chicken | Elite Vegan Recipes

What People Love About This Recipe

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"Better than takeout"

Authentic Indian flavors at home

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"The sauce is incredible"

Rich, creamy, perfectly spiced

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"Soy curls are amazing"

Perfect chicken-like texture

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"Family favorite"

Everyone asks for the recipe

Recipe Overview

This vegan butter chicken features tender soy curls in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce with aromatic Indian spices. The coconut cream gives it that luxurious texture while keeping it completely dairy-free.

Key Ingredients

Soy curls or chickpeas
Coconut cream
Crushed tomatoes
Garam masala
Ginger & garlic
Kashmiri chili
Fenugreek leaves
Vegan butter

Pro Tips from the Comments

Use kasoor methi: "The dried fenugreek leaves are essential for authentic flavor" - @indianfoodie
Marinate overnight: "Let the soy curls sit in the marinade overnight for best results" - @mealprepper
Serve with naan: "Fresh garlic naan takes this to another level" - @carbsforlife

Community Reviews & Tips

623 comments

Priya S. Top Contributor

★★★★★

As someone who grew up eating butter chicken in India, I was skeptical. But this recipe absolutely nails it! The spice blend is perfect and the sauce has that authentic richness. My mom was impressed!

3 days ago