Chana Masala

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Chana masala made with chickpeas simmered in a spiced tomato sauce. A flavorful, comforting Let’s Veg recipe perfect for everyday meals.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Indian

Calories: 78

Ingredients Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion finely chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tsp fresh ginger grated
2 cups cooked chickpeas or 1½ cans, drained and rinsed
1 cup crushed tomatoes or tomato purée
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp garam masala
½ tsp paprika or chili powder adjust to taste
½ tsp turmeric
Salt to taste
½ cup water as needed
Fresh cilantro chopped (optional)

Cooking Instructions

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add onion and cook for 5-6 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
Add garlic and ginger; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in cumin, coriander, garam masala, paprika, and turmeric. Cook briefly until aromatic.
Add crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
Stir in chickpeas and enough water to create a sauce.
Season with salt and simmer for 10-12 minutes, allowing flavors to blend.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with cilantro if using and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 78kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 67mgPotassium: 114mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 129IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness

Serve with basmati rice, naan, or roti

Tastes even better the next day

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