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Pakistani Chana Masala Curry

Pakistani Chana Masala Curry: 7 Flavorful Secrets Revealed


  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A spicy and flavorful chickpea curry from Pakistan.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 green chilies, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  3. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, coriander powder, and salt.
  6. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
  7. Add cooked chickpeas and stir well.
  8. Pour in water to adjust consistency and simmer for 10 minutes.
  9. Add garam masala and mix.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or naan.
  • You can adjust spice levels according to your preference.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Pakistani

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Pakistani Chana Masala Curry, Chickpea Curry, Vegetarian Recipe