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Everyday Quick Chole/Chana Masala (Garbanzo Beans Curry)

Everyday quick chole/ chana masala (garbanzo beans curry). Simple, healthy and delicious. Vegan and Gluten Free Recipe.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 410 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 1/2 Medium onion chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • pinch of asofetida (hing)
  • 3 medium tomatoes
  • 1 inch ginger chopped (can be substituted with ginger paste)
  • 3-4 cloves garlic peeled and chopped (can be substituted with garlic paste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 can garbanzo beans/chickpeas (washed and drained)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon rock salt/black salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon raw sugar

Instructions

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  1. In a blender, add 3 medium chopped tomatoes, ginger, garlic, fenugreek seeds, lemon juice, 1/4 can garbanzo beans. Blend into a paste and keep aside.
  2. In a pressure cooker, add oil and onions.
  3. Cook until onions are translucent. Add in the spices, asofetida, chili flakes and mix well.
  4. Add in the blended tomato and cook on medium low, partially covered with occasional stirring until the paste thickens and starts to leave oil (15 minutes)
  5. Add in the salt and remaining garbanzo beans and a cup or 2 of water according to how you want the curry.
  6. Pressure cook for 2 whistles.
  7. Serve hot topped with chopped onions, lemon wedges, cilantro and Rotis or Naans!

Notes

  • Nutritional value is based on 1 serving

Nutrition Information

Calories 410kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 69g (23%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 7g (11%) Sodium 600mg (25%) Potassium 1072mg (31%) Fiber 18g (72%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 1740IU (35%) Vitamin C 32.3mg (36%) Calcium 130mg (13%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 410

% Daily Value*

Calories 410kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 69g 23%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 7g 11%
Sodium 600mg 25%
Potassium 1072mg 23%
Fiber 18g 72%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 1740IU 35%
Vitamin C 32.3mg 36%
Calcium 130mg 13%
Iron 7mg 39%

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