About
Boiled chana is made by boiling chickpeas in water until they are soft. Boiled chana can be made into a popular and flavourful chana chat, which can be served as a snack or as a salad with a main meal. Boiled chana chat is made by adding onions, tomatos, chilies and spices along with lemon. It is high in protein and fiber, making it a healthy and filling snack.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
7.8
Fats
27.9
Carbs
2.4
Fibre
13.0
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Recipe
Ingredients
dried chickpeas
1 cup
cumin seed powder
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
chat masala
1 teaspoon
red chili powder
1 teaspoon
salt to taste
black pepper
1 teaspoon
onion, chopped
1
tomato, chopped1 cucumber chopped
1
green chilies, chopped
2
chopped cilantro
1/4 cup
tbsp lemon juice
1
water
2 cups
Directions
Step 1:
Soak the chickpeas in water overnight.
Step 2:
Pressure cook the chana with salt and 2 cups of water for 8-10 whistles or until soft, but not mushy.
Step 3:
Drain the chana water and add the boiled chana to a bowl.
Step 4:
Add the coriander powder, chat masala, red chili powder, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Step 5:
Add the chopped onion, green chilli, tomato and cucumber.
Step 6:
Add the cilantro and lemon and stir to combine.
Step 7:
Serve as a tangy evening snack!
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 45535 users have chowed down on Boiled Chana a whopping 100569 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Boiled Chana, our users are head over heels in july, but the interest cools down in january.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Boiled Chana is the food of choice for 24-27 male, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 45535 users have chowed down on Boiled Chana a whopping 100569 times.
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