Chana Masala Recipe

Chana Masala is a delicious and flavorful Indian dish made with chickpeas cooked in a spiced tomato-based sauce. Here's a simple recipe for you to enjoy this classic dish at home.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chickpeas
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup cooking oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing

Instructions:

1. In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
4. Add pureed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
5. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. Now, add the cooked chickpeas and stir to coat them with the masala.
7. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.
8. Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
9. Your delicious Chana Masala is ready to be served. Enjoy it with rice or your favorite Indian bread!