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Chana Masala (Chickpea Curry)
This vegan chickpea curry simmers in a spiced tomato-onion base until deeply savory. It is a weeknight staple in many Indian households and comes together in about 40 minutes with pantry staples.
Why You'll Love This
- Naturally vegan and dairy-free
- One pot, pantry-friendly ingredients
- Freezes well for meal prep
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoonsneutral oil, such as canola
- 1medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 clovesgarlic, minced
- 1 tablespoonfresh ginger, grated
- 2medium tomatoes, diced (or 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes)
- 2 teaspoonsground cumin
- 2 teaspoonsground coriander
- 1 teaspoonground turmeric
- 1 teaspoongaram masala
- 1/2 teaspooncayenne pepper, adjust to taste
- 2 cans (15 oz each)chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cupwater
- 1 teaspoonsalt, plus more to taste
- 1 tablespoonfresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cupfresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Nutrition (estimated per serving)
Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and will vary based on the specific products used. It is not a substitute for advice from a nutrition professional.
Method
- Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until it shimmers, about 1 minute.
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