How To Make Chana Masala
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups chickpeas, soaked overnight and boiled
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 2 green chilies, sliced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
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Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add onions and sauté until golden brown.
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Add ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Cook for a minute.
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Add tomato puree and cook until oil separates.
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Add all the spices – coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
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Add boiled chickpeas and mix well. Add water if needed to adjust the consistency.
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Cover and simmer for 15 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to blend.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or roti. Serve with lemon wedges for added tanginess.
Nutrition
- Calories : 270kcal
- Total Fat : 10g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 550mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 39g
- Dietary Fiber : 9g
- Sugar : 8g
- Protein : 9g
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