About
Black Chana Curry is a popular Indian curry made with black chickpeas. It is a spicy and flavorful curry that is usually served with rice or roti.The black chickpeas are cooked in a tomato-based sauce along with spices and then simmered until the sauce thickens. The dish is often garnished with fresh cilantro and served with a side of yogurt or raita.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
3.1
Fats
11.6
Carbs
3.1
Fibre
5.0
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Recipe
Ingredients
black chickpeas (kala chana)
2 cups
oil
2 tablespoons
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
mustard seeds
1 teaspoon
bay leaves
2
cloves
2
cardamom pods
2
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
medium onions, finely chopped
2
tomatoes, finely chopped
2
green chillies, finely chopped
2
ginger-garlic paste
2 tablespoons
chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons
Salt to taste
Directions
Step 1:
Soak the black chickpeas overnight in enough water.
Step 2:
Drain the water and pressure cook the chickpeas with enough water and salt for 3-4 whistles.
Step 3:
Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, bay leaves, cloves and cardamom pods.
Step 4:
When the seeds start to crackle, add the chopped onions and sauté till they turn golden brown.
Step 5:
Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
Step 6:
Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder and garam masala.
Step 7:
Sauté for a few minutes till the tomatoes turn soft.
Step 8:
Add the cooked chickpeas and mix well.
Step 9:
Add enough water to make a thick gravy.
Step 10:
Simmer the curry for 10-15 minutes.
Step 11:
Add the chopped green chillies and coriander leaves.
Step 12:
Serve hot with chapatis or steamed rice.
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