Channa Masala Chickpeas
Channa Masala is a hearty, flavorful chickpea curry with bold spices and a touch of tang. It’s an easy, comforting dish that’s perfect for any night of the week!
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Chickpeas Boiled Or Canned
- 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
- ½ Chili Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Cumin
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric
- ½ teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
- 1 Bay Leaf
- ½ Onion
- 1 Cup Tomato Puree
- ¼ Cup Tomato Sauce
- Cilantro
- ½ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet. Chop onion, garlic, and add to the pan with a bay leaf. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Add chopped chili and spices, cook for 1 minute.
- Add boiled chickpeas, tomato puree, and sauce. Pour in water or vegetable stock to cover chickpeas.
- Simmer on low heat for 15 minutes. Mash a few chickpeas to thicken the gravy.
- Stir in chopped cilantro and salt before serving.
Notes
Soak Chickpeas Overnight: If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and cook with a pinch of baking soda to ensure they are soft and creamy. Canned chickpeas can be rinsed thoroughly to remove excess sodium.
Toast the Spices: Toast cumin, coriander, and garam masala in oil before adding the onion and garlic. This enhances the flavors and releases the essential oils from the spices.
Add Spices Gradually: Start with smaller quantities of chili powder and garam masala. You can always adjust the spice level later.
Fresh Herbs for Garnish: Always garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a vibrant flavor boost.
Nutrition
Calories: 679kcalCarbohydrates: 83gProtein: 22gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.2gSodium: 1563mgPotassium: 2051mgFiber: 22gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 2176IUVitamin C: 71mgCalcium: 182mgIron: 12mg
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