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Chana Masala

Chana Masala

🇮🇳 India45 minVegetarian
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Servings
4

Ingredients

Aromatics

  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
  • 1 tbsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Sauces & Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 0.5 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp dried mango powder (amchur)

Vegetables

  • 400 g cooked chickpeas
  • 3 medium tomatoes, pureed

Other

  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 1 tsp garam masala

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter for 15-20 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add onion and sauté until it turns golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add tomato puree and cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture, about 5-7 minutes.

  5. 5

    Mix in turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

  6. 6

    Add cooked chickpeas and water. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  7. 7

    Stir in garam masala and dried mango powder. Cook for another 2 minutes.

  8. 8

    Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

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