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Curried Channa & Aloo

Cultural Context

Curried Channa & Aloo is a beloved dish in Trinidad and Tobago, reflecting the island's rich Indian heritage. This dish combines chickpeas and potatoes in a fragrant curry, often enjoyed with rice or roti. It symbolizes comfort and community, commonly served at family gatherings and celebrations. Today, it's celebrated beyond the Caribbean, embraced in various adaptations worldwide.

TrinidadianTTmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil
cumin seeds
1 onion
garlic
pimento peppers
curry powder
turmeric
water
potatoes
chickpeas

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño adds heat with fewer calories.

1

Heat 2-3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a hot pan.

2

Add cumin seeds and let them toast until fragrant.

3

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.

4

Add pimento peppers and optional hot pepper; sauté until aromatic.

5

Sprinkle in curry powder and turmeric; stir to combine and toast the spices.

6

Add water to dissolve the spices and let it reduce for 2-3 minutes.

7

Add diced potatoes and chickpeas; stir to coat with spices.

8

Cover and bring to a boil, then cook for 6-8 minutes.

9

Remove the cover and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes until potatoes are tender.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

hot pan

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Curried Chickpeas and PotatoesChanna Aloo Curry

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