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Chana Masala (Indian Chickpea Curry) Recipe
Chana masala delivers Indian chickpea curry that you should try without looking back, featuring a hearty mixture of protein-rich chickpeas in authentic spiced sauce. This beloved preparation represents one of India's most popular vegetarian curries that satisfies both vegetarians and meat-eaters completely. The don't-look-back confidence shows how exceptional this particular recipe performs compared to other chickpea curry versions. This hearty mixture provides substantial nutrition while the authentic preparation ensures genuine Indian flavors that honor traditional cooking methods. The protein-rich nature makes this curry perfect for those seeking satisfying plant-based meals that deliver both nutrition and incredible taste satisfaction.
Give this chana masala dish a try and don’t look back! This Indian chickpea curry features a hearty mixture of chickpeas, tomatoes, onion, green chili, and warm Indian spices. Both carnivores and vegetarians will enjoy this meal. My kids love it. Serve over basmati or jasmine rice and enjoy. Namaste y’all!
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 cups
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Ingredients
1 onion, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
1 green chile pepper, seeded and chopped (Optional)
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 fresh bay leaves
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 pinch salt to taste
water, as needed
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas
1 teaspoon fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish, or more to taste
Directions
Grind onion, tomato, ginger, garlic, and chile pepper together in a food processor into a paste.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry bay leaves in hot oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour the paste into the skillet and cook until the oil begins to separate from the mixture and is golden brown in color, 2 to 3 minutes. Season the mixture with chili powder, coriander, gram masala, turmeric, and salt; cook and stir until very hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Stir just enough water into the mixture to get a thick sauce; bring to a boil and stir chickpeas into the sauce. Reduce heat to medium and cook until the chickpeas are heated through, 5 to 7 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.
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Cook’s Note
Leave out the green chile if kiddies will be eating. Serve with a matar paneer recipe to round out this Indian dinner. As an optional serving suggestion, serve with Indian Naan Bread instead of rice.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 413 | Calories |
| 23g | Fat |
| 46g | Carbs |
| 9g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
| Calories 413 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 23g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 16% |
| Sodium 525mg | 23% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46g | 17% |
| Dietary Fiber 10g | 35% |
| Total Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 9g | 19% |
| Vitamin C 76mg | 84% |
| Calcium 103mg | 8% |
| Iron 3mg | 18% |
| Potassium 635mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
