Chana Masala

Name: Chana Masala
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4-6
Ingredients: Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 teaspoons cumin seed 2 cups yellow onion, diced (1 large) 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic, minced 1 jalapeno, seeded, diced fine 1/2 cup ginger root, peeled and grated 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes 2 teaspoons garam masala spice blend 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 (15-ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained 12 ounces filtered water 1 teaspoon sea salt

By:

Seward Co-op Grocery and Deli

Recipe Information

Total Time:

30 minutes

Servings:

4-6

These flavorful chickpeas—popular in northern India—are quick and easy; a perfect meal served with rice or naan and veggies on the side.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons cumin seed
2 cups yellow onion, diced (1 large)
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 jalapeno, seeded, diced fine
1/2 cup ginger root, peeled and grated
1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 teaspoons garam masala spice blend
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 (15-ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
12 ounces filtered water
1 teaspoon sea salt

Preparation

Heat the canola oil on medium-high heat in a sauce pan. Add the cumin seeds and let sizzle for about 15 seconds; then add the onions.
Saute for about 5-10 minutes, until edges start to brown. Add jalapenos, garlic, and ginger, and saute for about 2 more minutes.
Add the tomatoes and garam masala and cook until dark and thick, about 10 minutes, stirring often.
Add cilantro and all remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer and cover. Cook on low heat for 5 minutes, stirring often.
Season to taste.