{"id":17032,"date":"2023-06-21T09:39:58","date_gmt":"2023-06-21T14:39:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neorablog.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=17032"},"modified":"2023-06-21T09:39:59","modified_gmt":"2023-06-21T14:39:59","slug":"easy-chana-masala","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.neora.com\/blog\/recipe\/easy-chana-masala\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Chana Masala"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you a fan of Indian cuisine but intimidated by the complex flavors and techniques? Look no further than this easy Chana Masala recipe! This classic vegetarian dish features chickpeas cooked in a rich and spicy tomato-based sauce, making it a hearty and satisfying meal on its own or a flavorful side dish to complement any Indian spread. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can recreate the authentic taste of Chana Masala in your own kitchen, even if you&#8217;re a beginner cook.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun new dish to impress your guests, this Chana Masala recipe is a surefire winner. So, grab your apron and get ready to indulge with this easy and approachable recipe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NOTES<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Garlic ginger paste is such a wonderful thing to have on hand and so incredibly easy to make by processing garlic, ginger, oil, and rice vinegar in a food processor. In this recipe, we take that one step further by processing your jalapenos too!&nbsp;<\/li><li>This recipe calls for tamarind paste which is not always easy to find! If you\u2019re in a pinch, sub lemon juice.\u202f<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">INSTRUCTIONS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Add garlic, ginger, jalapenos, sunflower oil, and rice vinegar to a food processor and blend until smooth to create a paste.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saut\u00e9 onions, cumin, and a pinch of salt for about one minute or until fragrant.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Add the garlic paste to the pot and continue to saut\u00e9 for another minute or two.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>Add coriander, chili powder, turmeric, garam masala and stir well. Add additional oil if needed.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>Add tomatoes &#8211; if using diced, simmer for about 5 minutes so tomatoes have extra time to soften. If using pureed, add the chickpeas with the tomatoes. Add the rest of the salt and simmer for 15-20 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally. 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