Channa masala recipe Recipe

Name: Channa masala recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 0.25 tsp black mustard seeds; 0.5 tsp cumin seeds; 1 pinch of asafoetida/hing (optional; 1 spring onion, finely sliced; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 0.5 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped; 1 green chilli, finely sliced (optional); 1 small tomato, chopped; 1 tsp garam masala powder; 150 g (5.3oz) cooked chickpeas, drained and washed if in brine; 0.5 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped; 1 pinch salt, to taste

Servings: persons

1 tbsp vegetable oil
0.25 tsp black mustard seeds
0.5 tsp cumin seeds
1 pinch of asafoetida/hing (optional
1 spring onion, finely sliced
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
0.5 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped
1 green chilli, finely sliced (optional)
1 small tomato, chopped
1 tsp garam masala powder
150 g (5.3oz) cooked chickpeas, drained and washed if in brine
0.5 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
1 pinch salt, to taste

1
Gently heat the oil and add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds and asafoetida (if using).
2
When the seeds starts sizzling add the spring onions, garlic, ginger and chilli (if using).
3
Saute for 1 minute before adding the tomatoes and garam masala.
4
Sprinkle in a little water to prevent the masala from burning.
5
Stir well and after a few minutes stir in the drained chickpeas.
6
Add around 50 ml of water.
7
Cover and allow to cook on a simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8
Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt.
9
Finally stir through the coriander and serve with your favourite bread.

112

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 0.25 tsp black mustard seeds, 0.5 tsp cumin seeds, 1 pinch of asafoetida/hing (optional, and more.

Yes, Channa masala recipe 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.

Channa masala recipe

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