Chana Masala

Chana Masala is a popular North Indian dish made with chickpeas in a flavourful and aromatic spiced gravy. Using a pre-made spice mix makes the cooking process quicker and more convenient.

Curry Type: MILD

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chickpeas (canned or boiled)
• 1 tablespoons Nosh Spice Chana Masala spice mix
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste (Optional)
• 1 teaspoon garlic paste (Optional)
• 2 Tablespoon tomato puree (2 Tomatoes if using fresh)
• 1/2 (Half)cup water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt to taste
• Chopped cilantro for garnish
• Lemon wedges for serving

Recipe

• Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
• Stir in the ginger paste and garlic paste. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
• Pour in the tomato puree and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oil starts to separate from the masala.
• Add the Nosh Spice Chana Masala spice mix to the pan and sauté for a minute to release the flavours.
• Add the cooked chickpeas to the pan and mix well to coat them with the spice mix.
• Pour in the water and stir to combine. Let the chickpeas simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together.
• Mash some of the chickpeas with the back of a spoon to thicken the gravy slightly. Leave some chickpeas whole for texture.
• Add salt to taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
• Garnish the Chana Masala with chopped cilantro.
• Serve the Chana Masala hot with rice, naan, or roti. Provide lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.
• Enjoy your flavourful and hearty Chana Masala!