Chickpea Curry aka Chana Masala (Vegan, Gluten Free, Oil Free)
- Maitrayee
- Mar 2, 2021
- 2 min read
Chana Masala the most popular vegetarian dish is one of my childhood favorites.
I remember this being my Mom's go to dish for festivals, special occasions and I can see why.
This dish is not only easy to make, it is also rich in protein in addition to being simply awesome.
Traditionally this dish is made with oil. To make it oil free i have replaced oil with water and do not worry no taste compromise is made.
This recipe can be served with rice, quinoa, Indian breads(roti, naan, poori, bhatura).
Ingredients:
(Serves 2)
1 medium red onion blended in paste
2 medium size tomatoes blended in paste
1 cup boiled(or canned) chickpea
2-3 thai green chillies finely chopped
1tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tbsp chana masala
1tsp garam masala or curry powder
salt to taste
Nutrition Value:
(Calories per serving 193)
Total Calories: 386
Carbs: 70 g
Fibre: 19 g
Sugar: 9.6 g
Protein: 18 g
Fat: 5.4 g
Saturated Fat: 0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
Omega 3: 0.01g
Sodium: 408 mg
Potassium: 1100 mg
Vitamin A: 1%
Vitamin C: 29%
Vitamin D: %
Vitamin B-6: 22%
Vitamin E: 7%
Vitamin K: 11%
Calcium: 12%
Iron: 44%
Magnesium: 31%
Manganese: 107%
Phosphorous: 56%
Zinc: 29%
% are based on diet of 2000 calories a day
Instructions:
Blend onion into paste and keep it aside
Place a pan on stove and add 1/4 cup water
When water starts boiling add cumin seeds and onion paste. Saute it till onions are translucent
Blend tomatoes into paste and once onions are done add tomatoes and saute till for 3 minutes
Add salt, turmeric, chana masala, garam masala and mix it well.
Add chopped green chillies (optional)
Cook for 5 more mins and then add boiled chickpeas
On low flame let it cook for 5-7 minutes.
Add some lime juice for tangy flavor(optional) and Chana Masala(Chickpea curry) is ready to be served.
Serve this with side of rice, quinoa or Indian bread( Roti/Naan) and vegan yogurt on the side
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