Channa Masala Recipe

Name: Channa Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 medium onions (peeled and minced); 1 clove garlic (peeled and minced); 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 6 tablespoons chopped tomatoes; 1 cup water; 2 cups cooked chickpeas or (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 2 teaspoons ground roasted cumin seeds; 1 tablespoon amchoor powder; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 lemon (juiced); 1 fresh, hot green chili pepper (, , minced); 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 medium onions (peeled and minced)
1 clove garlic (peeled and minced)
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
6 tablespoons chopped tomatoes
1 cup water
2 cups cooked chickpeas or (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons ground roasted cumin seeds
1 tablespoon amchoor powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 lemon (juiced)
1 fresh, hot green chili pepper (, , minced)
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger

1
Heat oil in a large skillet.
2
Add onions and garlic and saute over a medium heat until browned (3-5 minutes).
3
Turn heat to medium-low.
4
Add the coriander, cumin (not the roasted cumin), cayenne and turmeric.
5
Stir for a few seconds.
6
Add the tomatoes.
7
Cook the tomatoes until browned lightly.
8
Add chickpeas and a cup of water and stir.
9
Add the roasted cumin, amchoor, paprika, garam masala, salt and lemon juice.
10
Cook covered for 10 minutes.
11
Remove the cover add the minced chili and ginger.
12
Stir and cook uncovered for 30 seconds.

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 medium onions (peeled and minced), 1 clove garlic (peeled and minced), 1 tablespoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Channa Masala falls under the General 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!

Channa Masala

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