How to make Channa Masala Recipe| छोले मसाला फटाफट #howto #cooking

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: split peas

Black beans provide a similar texture and flavor, while split peas are often less expensive.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Homemade blends can be tailored for health and cost.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños add heat, while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers unique flavor and health benefits.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin and sauté until fragrant.

Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.

Stir in ginger, garlic, and green chilies; cook until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.

Stir in coriander powder, turmeric, salt, mango powder, cayenne powder, and Kashmiri red chili powder; cook for a few minutes.

Add chickpeas and water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chickpeas are tender.

Stir in garam masala and cook for an additional few minutes.

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