About
Boiled black chana is boiled black chickpeas. Boiled black chana is a healthy and nutritious dish that is high in protein, iron and fiber. The chickpeas are boiled until they are soft. They are eaten plain or mixed with onions, tomatoes and spices and relished as a chat. Boiled black chana can also be added to salads, soups and wraps to boost the nutrient content.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
7.8
Fats
27.9
Carbs
2.4
Fibre
13.0
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Recipe
Ingredients
black chana
1 cup
water
2 cups
salt
1 teaspoon
cumin powder
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
red chili powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
amchur powder
1 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
oil
1 tablespoon
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
mustard seeds
1 teaspoon
fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon
- 2
green chilies
3
jaggery
1 teaspoon
chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
Soak the black chana overnight in enough water.
Step 2:
Drain the water and rinse the chana.
Step 3:
In a pressure cooker, add the chana, 2 cups of water, salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, amchur powder, turmeric powder, and ginger-garlic paste.
Step 4:
Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles or until the chana is cooked.
Step 5:
Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and green chilies.
Step 6:
Add the cooked chana and mix well.
Step 7:
Add jaggery and mix well.
Step 8:
Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the chana is cooked through.
Step 9:
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 30699 users have chowed down on Boiled Black Chana a whopping 52352 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Boiled Black Chana, our users are head over heels in december, but the interest cools down in october.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Boiled Black Chana is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 30699 users have chowed down on Boiled Black Chana a whopping 52352 times.
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