# Masala-Infused Chickpea Pies These Vegan Pies Feature a Creamy Coconut Base & Indian Spices By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2022-07-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-vegan-pie References: [thegrocer](https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/new-product-development/higgidy-launches-range-of-new-veggie-quiches-slices-and-pies/665607.article) & [higgidy](https://www.higgidy.co.uk/our-food/roasted-chickpea-masala-pie/)  U.K.-based food brand [Higgidy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-up-pie-shop) recently went ahead and launched a truly delectable vegan pie that is packed with protein whilst also offering the flavor profiles of Indian food, long one of the most popular cuisines in the British market. The 'Roasted Chickpea Masala Pie' is comprised of layer after layer of indulgent chickpea curry that is totally devoid of meat and dairy products. This particular vegan pie comprises a vegan short-crust pastry that makes use of a coconut curry base thickened with spinach and lentils, with an added dose of flavor delivered by the tomato masala. A sweetened mango chutney helps to balance out the taste, while roasted chickpea crumb adds an intriguing texture. Available at Sainsbury's, [Waitrose](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higgidy-products) and [Ocado](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytoeat-vegan-cookies), this vegan pie is a fine example of how international cuisines can be presented in vegan form to spectacular effect. Image Credit: Higgidy ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vegan Pies:** Higgidy's Roasted Chickpea Masala Pie shows that there's a great market for vegan pies that capture the taste of popular cuisines. - **Protein-packed Products:** Increasing demand for plant-based protein alternatives like Higgidy's Roasted Chickpea Masala Pie is a growing trend in the food industry. - **Ethnic-inspired Flavors:** Creating plant-based dishes with ethnic-inspired flavors like Higgidy's Roasted Chickpea Masala Pie can provide a unique selling point for new food products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Industry:** The vegan food industry continues to expand, providing opportunities for innovative plant-based products like Higgidy's Roasted Chickpea Masala Pie. - **Health Food Industry:** Growing concern about health and the environment is driving demand for protein-packed, plant-based products like Higgidy's Roasted Chickpea Masala Pie. - **Grocery Retail Industry:** The success of Higgidy's Roasted Chickpea Masala Pie has demonstrated the potential for vegan products with ethnic-inspired flavors in the grocery retail industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Low-Carbon Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chana-rama-pie.md) - [Plant-Based Pie Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higgidy-products.md) - [Meatless Steak Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-pie.md) - [Savory Regenerative Flour Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higgidy-pies.md) - [Savory Fermented Vegetable Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-pie.md) - [Savory Plant-Based Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-plant-based-pie.md) - [Savory Prepackaged Pie Slices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higgidy-slices.md) - [Comforting Plant-Based Pork Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porkless-pies.md) - [International Flavor Snack Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pukka-world-flavours.md)