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Chana Masala Recipe

A hearty and flavorful Indian chickpea curry.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Chickpeas cooked or canned
  • 1 large Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 inch Ginger minced
  • 2 medium Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions 

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
  2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger, cook for another minute.
  4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
  5. Add turmeric, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
  6. Add cooked chickpeas and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Stir in garam masala and cook for another 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Chana Masala, Chickpea Curry
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