Easy Chana Masala (Indian Chickpeas) Recipe

Name: Easy Chana Masala (Indian Chickpeas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 Tablespoon Cumin Seeds; 1 whole Medium Sized Onion, Finely Diced; 1 whole Jalapeno (or Green Chilies For More Heat) Pepper, Finely Diced; 1 teaspoon Fresh Grated Ginger; 3 cloves Garlic, Grated; 1/2 teaspoons Turmeric; 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder; 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder; 1 teaspoon Paprika (or Chili Powder For More Heat); Salt To Taste; 1 can (14 Oz. Size) Diced Tomatoes; 1 cup Water; 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste; 2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Low Sodium Garbanzo (Chickpeas) Beans, Rinsed And Drained; 1 Tablespoon Cilantro, Chopped

Servings: persons

3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Cumin Seeds
1 whole Medium Sized Onion, Finely Diced
1 whole Jalapeno (or Green Chilies For More Heat) Pepper, Finely Diced
1 teaspoon Fresh Grated Ginger
3 cloves Garlic, Grated
1/2 teaspoons Turmeric
1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
1 teaspoon Paprika (or Chili Powder For More Heat)
Salt To Taste
1 can (14 Oz. Size) Diced Tomatoes
1 cup Water
2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Low Sodium Garbanzo (Chickpeas) Beans, Rinsed And Drained
1 Tablespoon Cilantro, Chopped

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Add olive oil to large frying pan (with lid) on medium-high heat.
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When oil is hot, add cumin seeds and fry until the seeds sizzle and pop.
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Add onions and peppers and saute until the onions start to soften.
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Push aside the onions and add to the center of the pan the grated ginger and garlic.
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Add the spices and some salt and saute until well mixed.
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Add diced tomatoes and cook until the tomatoes become soft.
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Add about 1 cup of water and tomato paste and bring to boil.
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Add the beans and stir.
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Let the beans simmer under cover until the sauce thickens slightly and the beans become tender.
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Stir in chopped cilantro and serve with rice or naan.

420

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1 Tablespoon Cumin Seeds, 1 whole Medium Sized Onion, Finely Diced, 1 whole Jalapeno (or Green Chilies For More Heat) Pepper, Finely Diced, and more.

Yes, Easy Chana Masala (Indian Chickpeas) 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.

Easy Chana Masala (Indian Chickpeas)

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