30 Minutes Indian Chana Masala Recipe
Chana Masala, is one of my favorite dishes to make on busy weeknights just like Aloo Gobi traybake, Chana Saag, Aloo Matar and Red lentil curry. This one pot curry is packed with flavors and is perfect for a satisfying dinner. My kids will happily tuck into this curry any day without any complain. I love using chickpeas as the main ingredient because it’s a great source of protein and fibre. The popular vegetarian Indian recipe is made with chickpeas and a flavorful tomato-based sauce.The recipe is quite simple to make and can be easily customised to your taste. I prefer to use canned chickpeas to make this recipe quicker. If you want to precook chickpeas - here’s my guide on How to cook Chickpeas? The key to making the perfect Chana Masala is to let the spices cook for a bit before adding the chickpeas, it allows the flavors to meld together nicely. I like to serve Chana Masala with fluffy cumin rice, garlic naan or phulka roti. It’s a great option for any weeknight dinner or even special occasions. This curry is great option for batch cooking as well as meal prepping for the week.
Why you’ll love this Indian Chickpea curry
Its SPEEDY, EASY & DELICIOUS, every single time! You only need 30 minutes!Can be made with wither soaked and cooked chickpeas or canned chickpeasFantastic introduction to South Asian cooking and can help you create a restaurant-like experience at homePerfect for weeknights, potluck parties or midweek meals.DIETARY - Suitable for Vegan and Gluten free diet. Easily adaptable in flavors. If you like add some cauliflower to make Cauliflower & Chickpea Curry. Add Aubergine to make Chickpea Aubergine curry.Make it in Instant Pot or on the Stove.
How to make One Pot Chana masala step by step?
First, I heat some oil in a large pot over medium heat. Then, I add in some cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant. Next, I add in diced onions, green chillies, ginger and garlic and cook them until they are translucent. Then, I add in a can of diced tomatoes or fresh tomatoes, along with ground coriander, ground cumin, ground turmeric, ground chilli powder and garam masala. Stir everything together and and bring the mixture to a simmer. I let it cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes have broken down and the tomato onion sauce has thickened. Next, I add in some chickpeas (either canned or precooked) and salt, and stir everything together. I let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes or until the chickpeas are heated through and the sauce has thickened even more. Finally, I turn off the heat and garnish my homemade chana masala with some fresh coriander. Sometimes I add a squeeze of lemon juice for fresh flavors.
What to serve with Chana Masala?
Chana Masala is typically served with a variety of sides to complement the dish. Some popular options include:
Storing leftover Indian Chickpea Curry
Few tips for storing the leftover chana masala Fridge: Freezer:
Chana Masala Vs Punjabi Chole
Chana Masala and Punjabi Chole are both dishes made with chickpeas, however, they have distinct differences. Authentic Chana Masala is a popular dish from North India, traditionally made with a blend of spices, tomatoes, and onions and basic spices. It is known for its tangy and spicy flavor and usually served with rice or naan. Punjabi Chole, on the other hand, is a dish from Punjab in India, made with a complex blend of spices. It is usually served with bhature (deep-fried puffed bread).
If you love this curry, you will also love these Indian curries
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Indian Chickpea curry recipe below
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