Spicy Chana Masala
Spice up your mealtime with bold and flavorful Spicy Chana Masala! A rich, tangy, and aromatic chickpea curry that packs a punch!
Equipment
- Food processor or blender
Ingredients
- 1 Onion chopped
- 8 Cherry tomatoes chopped
- 1 Piece Fresh ginger 1 inch (peeled and chopped)
- 4 Cloves Garlic chopped
- 1 Red chili pepper seeded and chopped
- 3 Tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Fresh Bay leaves
- ½ Teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 Teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 Teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 Teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 Pinch Salt
- 1 Can chickpeas 425 grams / 15 ounce
- Water as needed
- 1 Teaspoon Fresh coriander leaves cilantro
Instructions
- Chop and prepare onion, cherry tomatoes, ginger, chili and garlic.1 Onion, 8 Cherry tomatoes, 1 Piece Fresh ginger, 4 Cloves Garlic
- Blend the chopped onion, cherry tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and red chili in a food processor or blender until smooth.1 Red chili pepper
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bay leaves and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds until fragrant.3 Tablespoons Olive oil, 2 Fresh Bay leaves
- Pour in the prepared paste and cook, stirring occasionally, until the oil starts to separate from the mixture and turns golden brown (about 2–3 minutes).
- Stir in the chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the spices are well combined and aromatic.½ Teaspoon Turmeric powder, 1 Teaspoon Garam masala, 1 Teaspoon Chili powder, 1 Teaspoon Coriander powder, 1 Pinch Salt
- Add a little water to the skillet to reach your desired gravy consistency. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.Water
- Stir in the chickpeas and let them simmer on medium heat for about 5–7 minutes, until heated through and well coated in the sauce.1 Can chickpeas
- Sprinkle fresh coriander (cilantro) over the top before serving. Enjoy with rice, naan, or as a hearty dish on its own!1 Teaspoon Fresh coriander leaves
Notes
Tips & Tricks
- For extra depth of flavor, let the masala paste cook a little longer until deeply caramelized.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, mash some of the chickpeas while cooking.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more or less green chili and chili powder.
- Substitute canned chickpeas with soaked and cooked dried chickpeas for a richer taste.
- Serve with a squeeze of lemon for added freshness.
Nutrition
Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 239mgPotassium: 391mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 902IUVitamin C: 54mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 2mg
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