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Channa Masala (Chickpea Curry) Recipe
Channa masala delivers fantastic Indian vegetarian curry with this traditional chickpea recipe passed down through families for generations. This beloved curry features protein-rich chickpeas simmered in a perfectly spiced tomato-based sauce that's both satisfying and nutritious. The authentic preparation method ensures genuine flavors that rival the best Indian restaurants while being completely accessible to home cooks. This versatile curry pairs beautifully with Indian breads like parathas and naan or can be served over steamed rice. The fantastic combination of flavors and nutrition makes this dish a staple in vegetarian Indian cooking.
Fantastic Indian vegetarian curry recipe that I got from my mom. This is great with Indian bread (parathas, naan) or with rice. This is my husband’s favorite!
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 cups
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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
Directions
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 Facts (per serving)
| 246 | Calories |
| 5g | Fat |
| 43g | Carbs |
| 9g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 246 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 5g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 4% |
| Sodium 1007mg | 44% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 8g | 30% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 9g | 17% |
| Vitamin C 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium 74mg | 6% |
| Iron 3mg | 16% |
| Potassium 525mg | 11% |
* 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.
