Chana Masala

Name: Chana Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion chopped; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp garam masala; Ground coriander; Turmeric; Cayenne to taste; Fresh ginger; Garlic; Canned tomatoes; Cooked chickpeas; Sea salt; Fresh lemon juice; Fresh cilantro

Chickpeas simmered in tomatoes, ginger, and warm spices — a pantry dinner that's even better the next day.

DifficultyEasyTotal time55 minServes4

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Overview

Prep15 min

Cook40 min

Total55 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

Large skillet or pot

Method

Heat the oil

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot.

Cook the onion

Add the onion and cook until soft.

Bloom the spices

Add cumin seeds and the ground spices.

Stir until fragrant

Stir until fragrant.

Add ginger and garlic

Add ginger and garlic.

Add the tomatoes

Stir in the tomatoes and cook until they begin breaking down.

Simmer

Add the chickpeas and simmer until the sauce thickens and the flavors come together.

Adjust

Add a little water if the curry becomes too thick.

Finish

Finish with lemon juice and cilantro.

Season and serve

Season to taste and serve warm.

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Tips

NoteThis version is designed around pantry ingredients, including canned chickpeas and tomatoes, so it's intentionally simpler than many traditional versions.

NoteMake enough for tomorrow. The spices become even better friends overnight.

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Nutrition

AllergensNone of the major allergens in the base recipe

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Storage

Refrigerator / FreezerAirtight in the refrigerator up to 4 days or frozen up to 3 months; the flavor deepens overnight.

Frequently asked

How spicy is it?+

Mildly, and you control it — the cayenne is to taste, so start with a pinch and adjust.

What should I serve with it?+

Rice, warm naan, or flatbread; a dollop of yogurt cools things down nicely.

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