Chana Masala (Spiced Chickpeas in Sauce) Recipe

Name: Chana Masala (Spiced Chickpeas in Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cup dried chickpeas (kabuli chana); 1 dash oil; Pam; 1 tsp. cumin seeds; 1 tsp. turmeric; 1 dash asafetida; 1/2 to 1 tsp. red pepper; Salt, to taste; 1 tbsp. shredded ginger; 2 tsp. shredded ginger; 1 green chili, minced; 1 sm. tomato, chopped; 3 tbsp. lemon; lime juice; 2 tbsp. cilantro

Servings: persons

1-1/2 cup dried chickpeas (kabuli chana)
1 dash oil
Pam
1 tsp. cumin seeds
1 tsp. turmeric
1 dash asafetida
1/2 to 1 tsp. red pepper
Salt, to taste
1 tbsp. shredded ginger
2 tsp. shredded ginger
1 green chili, minced
1 sm. tomato, chopped
3 tbsp. lemon
lime juice
2 tbsp. cilantro

1
Wash the chickpeas and soak overnight.
2
Drain.
3
Spray Pam in a heated non-stick saucepan.
4
Add cumin, turmeric, asafetida, red pepper and salt.
5
Stir until cumin seeds crackle.
6
Add chickpeas and cover with water by two inches.
7
Add 1 tbsp.
8
ginger, the chili, and the tomato.
9
Bring to a boil.
10
Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until the chickpeas are tender.
11
Remove from the heat and sprinkle with lemon juice, remaining ginger and cilantro.

289

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cup dried chickpeas (kabuli chana), 1 dash oil, Pam, 1 tsp. cumin seeds, and more.

Yes, Chana Masala (Spiced Chickpeas in Sauce) falls under the Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chana Masala (Spiced Chickpeas in Sauce)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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