Chana Masala

• By Dan Doughkneeder

• Tags:
• #desi
• #spicy
• #vegetarian

Prep:

15 min

Cook:

40 min

Total:

55 min

Yield:

4 servings

Chana Masala is a hearty North Indian stew of chickpeas simmered in a spiced tomato and onion gravy with warming spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Tangy and aromatic, it pairs beautifully with rice or flatbreads like naan. A protein-rich vegetarian classic, it’s easy to prepare and full of vibrant flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsps oil
• 1 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.50 tsps turmeric
• 0.50 tsps chili powder
• 1.50 cups tomato puree
• 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1.50 cups water
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 0.25 cups cilantro, chopped

Steps

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and saute onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant and translucent.
2. Add cumin seeds and ground spices; toast briefly, then stir in tomato puree and cook until slightly reduced.
3. Stir in chickpeas and water; bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until flavors meld.
4. Finish with garam masala and cilantro, simmer 2 minutes, then adjust seasoning and serve.