How to Make Channa Masala (Chickpea Curry) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Channa Masala, also known as Chickpea Curry, is a popular Indian dish that is loved for its rich flavors and hearty ingredients. This vegetarian dish is a staple in Indian cuisine and is enjoyed by people all around the world. Made with chickpeas, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of aromatic spices, channa masala is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cozy homemade meal.

Chickpeas, the star ingredient of this dish, are not only delicious but also packed with protein and...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon rice flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 cups

  • Combine the tomatoes, about half the onion, the ginger, and rice flour in a blender; blend into a paste.
  • Heat the oil and cumin seeds in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the cumin swells and turns golden brown. Cook the remaining onion in the hot oil for about 3 minutes. Stir the blended tomato mixture, garbanzo beans, curry powder, and salt into the onions; cover and cook until hot, about 5 minutes. Garnish with the cilantro to serve.
  • Nutrition

    246 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 1007mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 525mg