About
Kala Chana is a type of small, dark-colored chickpea that is popular in Indian cuisine. It is also known as Bengal gram or black chickpea. Kala Chana is high in protein and fiber, and is a good source of vitamins and minerals. It is often used in curries, salads, and other dishes. Kala Chana is also used to make a popular snack called chana chaat, which is a mix of boiled Kala Chana, onions, tomatoes, and spices.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
17.1
Fats
60.9
Carbs
5.3
Fibre
28.3
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Recipe
Ingredients
black chickpeas (kala chana)
1 cup
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
amchur powder
1 teaspoon
salt
1 teaspoon
oil
1 teaspoon
onion, chopped
1
tomato, chopped
1
green chillies, chopped
2
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
cumin powder
1 teaspoon
coriander leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon
Directions
Step 1:
Soak the black chickpeas overnight in water.
Step 2:
Drain the water and pressure cook the chickpeas with 1 cup of water for 3-4 whistles.
Step 3:
Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds.
Step 4:
Once the cumin seeds start to crackle, add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
Step 5:
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
Step 6:
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
Step 7:
Add all the dry spices - coriander powder, red chilli powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, amchur powder and salt.
Step 8:
Mix everything well and cook for a few minutes.
Step 9:
Add the cooked chickpeas and mix everything together.
Step 10:
Add 1/2 cup of water and cook for 5-7 minutes.
Step 11:
Garnish with cumin powder and chopped coriander leaves.
Step 12:
Serve hot with chapati or rice.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 19506 users have chowed down on Kala Chana a whopping 42416 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
Hungry much? These cities certainly are! Indore, Lucknow, Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh are the top 5 cities gobbling up Kala Chana like there's no tomorrow.
When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Kala 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: Kala Chana is the food of choice for 15-18 male, with people of 15-20 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 19506 users have chowed down on Kala Chana a whopping 42416 times.
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