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Chana masala

Chana masala It is a legendary dish from India that is much loved worldwide, prepared completely without any animal products. The tender chickpeas blend perfectly with the rich, savory, aromatic spiced broth, which has a balanced spicy and sour taste typical of Indian cuisine. This dish is very special because it relies on the natural deliciousness of nuts and the richness of spices, is full of nutrients, and is proof that traditional cuisine remains authentic and attractive even though it is completely Plant-based. It is perfect as a main dish with rice, flatbread, celebration dish, or a filling everyday meal that is loved by all vegans.

Shared by Kim

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Time

55 min

Serves

Difficulty

medium

🛒 Ingredients

The main ingredient:
250 grams of dried chickpeas, soak overnight then boil until soft
Two finely chopped onions
3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
One piece of ginger, finely grated
Four ripe tomatoes, pureed
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
150 to 200 ml water or vegetable stock
Spices:
One teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
One teaspoon of garam masala powder
1/2 teaspoon black cumin powder (optional)
Salt and a little coconut sugar to taste
A pinch of lime juice to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for sprinkling

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1
Heat the oil and sauté the onions until they soften and turn brown. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté briefly until fragrant.
2
Add all the ground spices, stirring quickly to prevent burning. Add the finely chopped tomatoes and cook until the tomatoes break down and the oil separates from the spices.
3
Add the boiled chickpeas, pour in the water/stock, and stir well. Cook over low heat, covered, for 20 to 25 minutes, until the spices are fully absorbed and the sauce thickens.
4
Add salt, sugar, lime juice, and garam masala at the end of cooking. Adjust the seasoning.
5
Remove, sprinkle with fresh coriander leaves, serve warm with rice or bread, your special dish is ready to be enjoyed!