Kala Chana Masala

By shobhapink

Kala chana Masala (Black Chickpeas Curry) is a very delicious, healthy & spicy North Indian curry/dish.

Ingredients

• 1 cup kala chana (black chickpeas)
• 1 onion chopped
• 2 tomatoes chopped
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp chana masala
• 1/4 tsp asafoetida
• 1 tbsp coriander leaves
• 1/2 tsp coriander powder
• 2-3 green chili chopped
• 1/2 tsp garlic chopped
• Pinch of soda bicarb
• 1 tbsp oil
• Water as required
• Salt to taste

Preparation

Step 1

1. Clean & soak chana (black chickpeas) in enough water over night.

2. Pressure cook black chickpeas with water & soda bicarb till done.

3. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, crackle them, add asafoetida,
chopped onions. Saute onions till onion become light golden.

4. Now add garlic, green chili & saute for another 2-3 sec.

5. Add tomatoes & cook till done.

6. Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt &
cook for 2-3 mins.

7. Add cooked black chick peas, garam masala, chana masala, some
water, mix well & cook for 3-4 mins.

8. Transfer them in a serving bowl, garnish with coriander leaves,
serve hot with roti/rice/paratha.