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Chana Masala, also known as Channay, Chole Masala, Chholay, is a popular dish from the Indian subcontinent. The main ingredient is chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans). It is fairly dry and spicy with a sour citrus note. The dish is typically served with bread (roti, naan or poori) or rice.
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Recipe
Ingredients
chickpeas (soaked and boiled)
2 cups
large onion (chopped)
1
tomatoes (pureed)
2
green chillies (slit)
2
turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
Salt to taste
vegetable oil
3 tablespoons
cumin seeds
2 teaspoons
bay leaves
2
ginger (grated)
1 inch
coriander leaves (chopped)
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, bay leaves and green chillies.
Step 2:
Add the chopped onions and cook till they are golden brown.
Step 3:
Add the tomato puree, grated ginger, and spices (turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala). Cook for 5-6 minutes.
Step 4:
Next, add the boiled chickpeas and salt. Mix well so that the chickpeas are nicely coated with the masala.
Step 5:
Cook for 10-15 minutes on low heat.
Step 6:
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or rice.
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