Seitan Makhani (Vegan-Style Indian Butter Chicken)

Description

Chicken Makhani is a dish I always loved before becoming vegan. It is my absolute favorite Indian dish, so I knew I had to try to make it so I could curb my cravings. The sauce tastes amazing with naan and white rice. The seitan is an excellent substitute for meat in many dishes. You can buy store-bought seitan, which can be expensive, or you can make your own.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegan margarine
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1 cup soy milk
  • ¼ cup plain vegan yogurt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons peanut oil
  • 1 (16 ounce) package chicken-style seitan, cut into strips or cubes
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ¼ cup cold water

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 35 mins

Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 6

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