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Chana Masala (Chickpea Curry)

This recipe for Chana Masala features tender chickpeas simmered in a fragrant tomato sauce cooked with an aromatic blend of spices.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 60 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

Spices (garam masala):
  • 2" cinnamon stick or ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • 4 cloves
  • 4 green cardamon pods
  • 2 star anise
  • 2 tablespoon curry leaves
  • 2 tablespoon fenugreek leaves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon coriander powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin powder
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black mustard seeds
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Aromatics & chickpeas:
  • 2 tablespoon ghee or butter, vegetable oil
  • 2 large white onion sliced
  • 2 x 1” piece ginger sliced
  • 1 whole garlic bulb peeled
  • 2½ C (600ml) water
  • 1 can (398ml) tomato sauce
  • 5 g tamarind paste or ¼ teaspoon amchoor powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 2 cans (398ml each) chickpeas drained
For serving;
  • 2 tablespoon cilantro chopped, optional
  • Steamed basmati rice
  • Naan

Instructions

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  1. Gather spices into a bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, add in 2 tablespoon of ghee and sauté the white onion and ginger, until onion softens.
  3. Add in the garlic and all the spices.
  4. Fry until the spices are aromatic and fragrant.
  5. Transfer the spice mixture along with the onions, ginger and garlic into a high-powered blender.
  6. Add in water, tomato sauce, tamarind paste, salt, and sugar.
  7. Blend on high speed until smooth.
  8. Transfer sauce to a large pot and cook over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes to release the spices' aroma.
  9. Add the canned chickpeas into the sauce and continue to simmer for another additional 20 minutes.
  10. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  11. Cook until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  12. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro.
  13. Serve warm with steamed basmati rice and naan.

Nutrition Information

Calories 60kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g Monounsaturated Fat 0.3g Sodium 714mg (30%) Potassium 370mg (11%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 818IU (16%) Vitamin C 159mg (177%) Calcium 84mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 60

% Daily Value*

Calories 60kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Sodium 714mg 30%
Potassium 370mg 8%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 818IU 16%
Vitamin C 159mg 177%
Calcium 84mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.