Aloo Channa Tarkari (Potato And Garbanzo Beans In

Name: Aloo Channa Tarkari (Potato And Garbanzo Beans In A Curry)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 kg potato, boiled and cubed; 1 cup garbanzo beans; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; 1 tablespoon red chili pepper, crushed; 1 teaspoon crushed black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon nigella seeds; 1 teaspoon fennel seed; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 3 -4 tablespoons lemon juice; yellow food coloring

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 kg potato, boiled and cubed
1 cup garbanzo beans
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon red chili pepper, crushed
1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
1/2 teaspoon nigella seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1/2 - 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
3 -4 tablespoons lemon juice
yellow food coloring

1
heat oil and add cumin, fennel, fenugreek, mustard seeds - stir fry 1-2 mins till fragnant and crackling.
2
add cubed potatoes and garbanzo beans and 2 - 2 1/2 cups of water and salt.
3
add a drop or two of food color, crushed black pepper, crushed red chillies and turmeric.
4
cover and let the potatoes and garbanzo cook about 10 mins or until the curry seems to thicken a little.
5
with the back of a spoon, mash some of the potatoes and beans, add a little more water and let cook another 10 - 15 mins till the curry has thickened.
6
mix in lemon juice, stir well.
7
pour into serving dish, garnish with mint leaves and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/2 kg potato, boiled and cubed, 1 cup garbanzo beans, 1 teaspoon cumin seed, and more.

Yes, Aloo Channa Tarkari (Potato And Garbanzo Beans In A Curry) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Aloo Channa Tarkari (Potato And Garbanzo Beans In A Curry)

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