Channa Masala

Classic and very authentic East Indian recipe. Chick peas (garbanzo) in a highly flavored tasty spicy curry sauce. Great served with yoghurt and fresh baked Naan bread.

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40 minutes Prep: 18 minutes Cook: 20 minutes

176 calories per serving view nutrition facts

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8 servings suggest servings

Ingredients

1	tablespoon	vegetable oil
2	medium	onions	peeled and minced
1	clove	garlic	peeled and minced
1	tablespoon	coriander	ground
2	teaspoons	cumin	ground
1/2	teaspoon	cayenne pepper	ground
1	teaspoon	turmeric	ground
6	tablespoons	tomatoes	chopped
1	cup	water
4	cups	chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
2	teaspoons	cumin seeds	roasted and ground
1	tablespoon	amchoor (dried green mango powder)
2	teaspoons	paprika
1	teaspoon	garam masala
1/2	teaspoon	salt
1/2	each	lemon	juiced
1	each	green chili pepper	hot, minced
2	teaspoons	ginger	fresh and grated

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet.

Add onions and garlic and sauté over a medium heat until browned (3-5 minutes).

Turn heat to medium-low.

Add the coriander, cumin (not the roasted cumin), cayenne and turmeric.

Stir for a few seconds.

Add the tomatoes.

Cook the tomatoes until browned lightly.

Add chickpeas and a cup of water and stir.

Add the roasted cumin, amchoor, paprika, garam masala, salt and lemon juice.

Cook covered for 10 minutes.

Remove the cover add the minced chili and ginger.

Stir and cook uncovered for 30 seconds.

Reviews

Very authentic, I love East Indian spicy food like this and was nice to find this classic recipe that turns out with flavors that match so well. Was so impressed I had to take photos to share with you, enjoy!
about 1 month ago by sean

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