Channa Masala (Chickpeas Masala)

This recipe mainly consists of Chick Peas(Kabuli Chana), is healthy and also easy to cook.This can be served with plain Basmati Rice,Poori or Roti :)

Time:Making Time (20 mins)

Difficulty level:Easy

Ingredients:

• Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) - 1 medium sized cup
• Onions - 2 medium sized
• Tomatoes - 3-4 medium sized
• Ginger,Garlic paste - 1 tsp
• Green Chilli - 3-4
• Garam Masala / Channa Masala Powder - 2 tsp
• Red Chilli Powder - 2 tsp
• Jeera Powder - 2 tsp
• Salt to taste
• Coriander to garnish
• Jeera(Cumin) seeds - 1 tsp
• Oil/Butter - 4 tbsp
• Turmeric Powder - a pinch

Preparation:

1. Soak Chickpeas in water overnight.
2. Pressure cook with a little salt until the Chickpeas becomes tender. (Don't overcook as it tends to get mashed)
3. Cut onion,tomatoes and green chilli. Grind it in a mixie along with ginger,garlic,few strands of Coriander leaves and 8-10 Chickpeas.
4. In a pan, add 2 tbsp Butter/Oil, Jeera(Cumin) seeds and saute for a min. Now add the paste and saute on medium heat until it turns golden brown. ( The oil should start separating from the mixture)
5. Now add all the masala powders to it and enough salt to taste. Add enough water to make the gravy.
6. Allow it to simmer until the gravy is cooked.
7. Add the cooked Chickpeas. Stir well and cook over medium heat for 5-7 mins.
8. Garnish it with Coriander leaves.
9. Serve with Rice or Roti or Poori :)

Chef's Tip - I add few chickpeas while making the paste as it gives a good consistency and richness to the taste. This is optional.