Name: Indian Tofu Chana Masala Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 block of firm tofu, diced; 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 inch ginger, grated; 1/2 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp coriander powder; 1 tsp garam masala; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 1/2 tsp red chili powder; 2 tomatoes, finely chopped; Salt to taste; 1 tbsp oil; Chopped coriander leaves for garnish

Indian Tofu Chana Masala Recipe

Donica Zheng Modified: November 12, 2023

How To Make Indian Tofu Chana Masala Recipe

A protein-rich vegan dish made with tofu and chickpeas cooked in flavorful spices.

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: 40 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 block of firm tofu, diced
1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 inch ginger, grated
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp red chili powder
2 tomatoes, finely chopped
Salt to taste
1 tbsp oil
Chopped coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
Add onions, garlic, and ginger. Saute until onions are translucent.
Add tomatoes, salt, and all the spices. Saute for a couple of minutes until tomatoes are soft and mushy.
Add a splash of water and mix well.
Add tofu and chickpeas. Mix gently and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or naan.