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Channa masala

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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.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 108
Ingredients Method Nutrition

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

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
  2. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chilies. Cook for a minute.
  4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and oil starts to separate.
  5. Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
  6. Add the drained chickpeas and mix until well coated with the spices.
  7. Add water as needed to adjust the consistency of the gravy. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle garam masala and give it a final stir.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
  10. Serve hot with rice or naan.
  11. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gSodium: 90mgPotassium: 256mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 668IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

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