How to Make Chana Masala (Chickpeas and Tomatoes) - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a flavorful and hearty vegetarian dish, look no further than Chana Masala. This popular Indian dish features chickpeas cooked in a spicy and aromatic tomato-based sauce, flavored with a blend of traditional Indian spices. Chana Masala is a comforting and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with rice, naan, or roti.

Chana Masala, also known as Chole Masala, is a staple in Indian cuisine and is often served as part of a spread of vegetarian dis...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¾ cup water, divided
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice
  • 1 large bay leaf
  • 1 (16 ounce) can coconut milk
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven or large heavy pot over medium heat; sauté onion until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water, coriander, paprika, ginger, turmeric, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and cinnamon to onion mixture. Cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir chickpeas, tomatoes in juice, remaining 1/2 cup water, and bay leaf into onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors have blended, about 10 minutes. Stir coconut milk into chickpea and tomato mixture; simmer for 2 to 3 more minutes. Add more water if needed and season with salt.
  • Nutrition

    486 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Sodium: 603mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 125mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 704mg