Chana Masala

This Chana Masala is an amazingly easy one pot meal which is done in under 20 minutes. The whole family will love its authentic spices, the green chilis. It is budget friendly, filling and no one would taste it is naturally vegan.

Tikka Masala recipes like this Chickpea Tikka Masala are always my to go. Seriously this is the one dish that I can eat almost everyday.

If you’re looking for more chickpea recipes, look no further. Use the search bar and type “chickpea”.

Be sure to enjoy good recipes like these my Moroccan Chickpea Lentil Potato Casserole, the Chickpea Lentil Shepherd’s Pie, or the Lentil Chickpea Yellow Curry.

Be sure this Chana Masala is no exception.

It is filling, rich in protein, made in one pot and with mixed spices to make sure it is packed with flavor.

Delicious plain on its own, or over rice, quinoa or with bread.

What’s in this Chana Masala spice mix

• Garam masala
• cumin
• chili powder

 

• fenugreek
• fresh garlic
• garlic powder
• green chilis

What you need for this Chana Masala Recipe

• chickpeas
• chopped tomatoes
• onions
• masala spices (see recipe for quantities)

How to make Chana Masala

First heat a pot with 2 Tbs vegetable oil (canola, sunflower or coconut oil will work) or simply replace it with a the same amount of vegetable broth to make it oil free. Add now onions, minced garlic, chopped green chilis, and all the spices like garam masala, cumin, fenugreek, chili powder, garlic powder. Fry for around 2 minutes.

Next add chickpeas (do not drain one of the cans) and the chopped tomatoes. Cook for around 8 minutes longer, then serve on plates or in bowls.

This simple vegetarian recipe is delicious plain, but also great over rice to make it even more filling.

So good for dinner, lunch, meal prep and so much more. Always a keeper and winner for everyone.

Slow cooker variation

If you have a slow cooker you can add all ingredients to it and set a time when it should be ready. 

Can I freeze this Chana Masala? Yes absolutely you can. It will stay fresh for around 3 days in the fridge or it can be frozen for 2 months.

But it is really fast to maker and as with everything fresh tastes always best.

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Always excited to see all your remakes.

Cheers, Florian.