How to Make Delicious Chana Masala - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chana Masala is a delicious and spicy Indian dish that is made with chickpeas, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of aromatic spices. This popular vegetarian dish is not only satisfying and filling but also packed with protein and fiber, making it a nutritious choice for a meal.

Traditional Chana Masala is a staple in Indian cuisine and is enjoyed throughout the country, as well as in Indian restaurants around the world. It is a favorite comfort food for many, and its rich and flavorful ta...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • 1 green chile pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 4 cups chopped tomatoes
  • 4 cups cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and green chile pepper in hot oil until onions are translucent, about 10 minutes.
  • Season onion mixture with cumin, paprika, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne pepper; stir. Cook onion with spices until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, chickpeas, and tomato sauce; stir and simmer until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir yogurt into mixture until the color of mixture is even; simmer until again hot, about 5 minutes more.
  • Remove pan from heat; stir lemon juice and salt into mixture.
  • Nutrition

    413 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 1207mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 73g
    • Dietary Fiber: 15g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 67mg
    • Calcium: 193mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1193mg