Easy Chana Masala
This is your go-to recipe for authentic, flavorful Chana Masala that’s ready in just 30 minutes. It’s a true one-pot wonder—a hug in a bowl that tastes like it simmered for hours!
Ingredients
Instructions
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, cumin, and a pinch of salt (1/4 tsp). Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring until the onion is soft and translucent.
While onions cook, mash the garlic, ginger, cilantro, and green chilies into a paste using a mortar and pestle (or pulse in a small food processor).
Add the paste to the pot and stir for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the coriander, chili powder, and turmeric, and cook for another 30 seconds.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the slightly drained chickpeas and the remaining salt (1/2 tsp). Stir well. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Let it gently bubble, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the garam masala, coconut sugar, and fresh lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
