Channa masala
Channa masala is a popular Indian vegetarian dish made with chickpeas cooked in a spiced tomato-based sauce. It is usually served with rice or Indian bread such as naan or roti.
Ingredients
- 2 cans chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger grated
- 2 green chilies chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
- Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chilies. Cook for a minute.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and oil starts to separate.
- Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the drained chickpeas and mix until well coated with the spices.
- Add water as needed to adjust the consistency of the gravy. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Sprinkle garam masala and give it a final stir.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve hot with rice or naan.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 108kcal (5%)Carbohydrates: 10g (3%)Protein: 2g (4%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gSodium: 90mg (4%)Potassium: 256mg (7%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 668IU (13%)Vitamin C: 15mg (18%)Calcium: 30mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
