Chana (chickpea) Masala

We get the spice mix from a box, but it is DELICIOUS!

Ingredients

  • 50g (half packet) Punjabi Chana from National Brand
  • 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp crushed chilies or cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

Directions

  • Heat oil/ghee in a large saucepan. Fry onions for a minute until soft.
  • Add garlic and tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes. Add cumin, coriander, and chili peppers to the pan and stir to combine. Heat through until fragrant.
  • Mix yogurt and 1/2 packet of Punjabi Chana spice mix together. Add to pan and heat for a minute or two.
  • Add chickpeas and combine everything together thoroughly. Cook for 15-20 minutes. Serve hot as a side dish or enjoy on its own!

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