HOW TO MAKE DRY CHANA MASALA | Black Gram Dry Fry | Chatpata Chana Masala Recipe Indian Style

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Canned chickpeas are more affordable and save cooking time.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Dried cilantro is less expensive and has a longer shelf life.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is a cost-effective substitute with similar flavor.

Soak chickpeas overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger, garlic, and green chili; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 5 minutes.

Mix in coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt; cook for 2 minutes.

Add the soaked chickpeas and stir well to coat with spices.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.

Stir in garam masala and lemon juice; cook for another 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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