For: Nitra Garam Masala Powder

Chana Masala with Garam Masala

  • Vegan
  • Indian
  • ⏱ 45 min (+ soak)
  • Serves 4

A warmly spiced chickpea curry that leans on garam masala for its final, rounded finish.

04 · Spices & Masalas

Method

  1. 1

    Cook the chickpeas

    Boil the soaked chickpeas until tender, about 30 minutes, or pressure-cook for 5–6 whistles.

  2. 2

    Build the masala

    Fry the onion in oil for 8 minutes until golden, add ginger-garlic paste, then the tomato puree, cooking 8 minutes until thick.

  3. 3

    Add garam masala

    Stir in most of the garam masala, reserving a pinch for the finish.

  4. 4

    Simmer the chickpeas in

    Add the cooked chickpeas with some cooking liquid, season with salt, and simmer 15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Finish

    Sprinkle over the reserved garam masala just before serving, along with fresh coriander.

Nitra tip

Adding a final pinch of garam masala off the heat, rather than only cooking it in, keeps its aroma bright.

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