Dairy-Free Chana Masala (Chickpea Curry)
A classic and flavorful dairy-free Chana Masala made with chickpeas, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. Perfect for a hearty lunch.
Ingredients
- 2 cans Chickpeas (canned or cooked)
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 medium Tomatoes (diced)
- 2 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
- 1.5 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
- 0.5 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Aamchur (dry mango powder)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
- to taste Salt
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Heat vegetable oil in a pan. Sauté chopped onion until golden brown.
- 2Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
- 3Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened.
- 4Stir in garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, chili powder, and aamchur. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- 5Add chickpeas and salt. Mix well and simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 6Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving hot with rice, roti, or naan.
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