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Chana Masala – Spiced Chickpeas in Tomato Gravy
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Chana Masala – Spiced Chickpeas in Tomato Gravy

A classic North Indian vegetarian curry with tender chickpeas simmered in a tangy, spiced tomato-onion gravy. Naturally vegan and perfect with basmati rice.

Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
45 minutes
Servings
4
Rating
4.6/5

Ingredients

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3cupsCooked chickpeas
1largeOnion

finely chopped

3clovesGarlic

minced

1tbspFresh ginger

grated

1.5cupsTomato puree
2tspGaram masala
1tspGround cumin
1tspGround coriander
1/2tspTurmeric powder
1/2tspChili powder
1tspSalt
1tbspLemon juice
1/4cupFresh cilantro

chopped

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Instructions

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Make the masala base

Heat oil in a pan. Sauté onion until golden, 6–7 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; cook 1 minute.

8 minutes
2

Add spices and tomatoes

Stir in garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder; cook 30 seconds. Add tomato puree and simmer 8 minutes.

9 minutes
3

Simmer chickpeas

Add chickpeas, salt, and 1/2 cup water. Simmer 12–15 minutes until thickened. Finish with lemon juice and cilantro.

15 minutes

Nutrition Information

Per serving (4 servings total)

380
Calories
15g
Protein
55g
Carbs
10g
Fat
12g
Fiber
9g
Sugar
640mg
Sodium
0mg
Cholesterol