Chana Masala
Indian • Recommended for : Main Course
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Oct 10, 2025
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About This Recipe
Spicy and tangy chickpea curry, a popular North Indian dish
Recipe Details
Ingredients
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Cooking Instructions
10 steps
If using dried chickpeas, soak overnight and pressure cook until tender. If using canned, drain and rinse.
Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, cook for 2 minutes.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
Add all the spice powders (coriander, cumin, red chili, turmeric) and cook for 2 minutes.
Add cooked chickpeas and mix well. Add water if needed for desired consistency.
Simmer for 15 minutes, allowing flavors to blend.
Add garam masala and amchur powder, mix well.
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with bhature or rice.
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Ingredient Nutritional Overview
General nutrient highlights based on standard culinary reference profiles of the ingredients used.
Natural Food Compounds by Ingredient
Quercetin
Reduces inflammation and supports heart health
Sulfur Compounds
Boost immunity and detoxification
Anthocyanins
Support cardiovascular health
Nutritional & Wellness Disclaimer: Nutrient highlights and food-compound notes above are automated general culinary summaries derived from individual raw ingredient reference data (such as ICMR-NIN / USDA). Cooking methods, portion sizes, and added fats alter final nutritional content. This information is for general food education only and is not medical or clinical health advice.
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