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Kala Chana Masala

Cultural Context

Kala Chana Masala hails from Indian cuisine, where black chickpeas are celebrated for their nutty flavor and high nutritional value. This dish is often enjoyed with rice or flatbreads, making it a staple in many households. It embodies the essence of Indian cooking—rich in spices and flavors—while being a hearty vegetarian option. Today, it is popular not only in India but also among health-conscious eaters globally, thanks to its protein-rich profile and versatility in vegetarian diets.

IndianINmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup or 1 medium sized onion chopped
1 tsp ginger and garlic paste
1 cup or 2 medium sized tomatos chopped
1 tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin seeds
Salt as per your taste
1/4th tsp turmeric
1 tsp red chilli powder
1/4th tsp garam masala powder
1/4th tsp cumin powder
1/4th tsp coriander powder
1 cup black chickpeas (soaked overnight)
1.5 to 2 cups Water (or as required)
Some coriander leaves

kala chana

🥗Healthier: sprouted chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Canned chickpeas are more accessible and save cooking time.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

1

Prepare a paste by grinding the onion, ginger and garlic paste, and chopped tomatoes.

2

Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, allowing them to sizzle.

3

Add the prepared paste to the pan and cook until well combined.

4

Stir in salt, turmeric, red chilli powder, garam masala powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder.

5

Add the soaked black chickpeas and mix well with the spices.

6

Pour in water to cover the chickpeas and bring to a boil.

7

Reduce heat and simmer until the chickpeas are tender, adding more water if necessary.

8

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Black Chickpea CurryKala Chana

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