Chana Masala

Chana Masala is a very popular north Indian dish.   Chana puri is suitable for any festive occasion.  In north India I have observed devotees serving chana puri as prasads.  Kids love it with puries. And chana is rich source of protein. So, why not try making it and enjoy.

Ingredients

Kala Chana (black chickpeas) – 1 cup (soaked in water for over)

Vegetable oil – 2 tbsp

Onion – 1 finely chopped

Tomato – 2 finely chopped

Green chilly – 2 whole

Ginger garlic paste – 1 tsp

Red chilly powder – 1 tsp

Coriander powder – 2 tsp

Turmeric powder – ½ tsp

Cumin / jeera powder – 1 tsp

Amchoor / mango powder - ½ tsp

Salt as per taste

Coriander leaves – 2tbsp, finely chopped

 Method 

1.      Boil the chana in a pressure cooker with 1 ½ cup water and salt or in a large pan till it is soft.  (For pressure cooking :  in a closed pressure cooker cook for one whistle, lower the heat and then cook for 5 more minutes)

2.      Heat the oil in a deep pan ( kadahi), add the onion and sauté  till is becomes transparent.

3.      To this add the ginger garlic paste and cook till it is light brown.

4.       Now add the red chilli, coriander, turmeric, cumin and mango power and mix well.

5.      Add the tomatoes and salt, cook for 5 min.

6.      To this add the boiled chana without much water and cook till the water completely evaporate and the gravy is dry.

7.      Granish with chopped coriander leave and it is ready to serve.