Dinner · Indian · 15 min
Chana Masala with Fragrant Basmati Rice and Fresh Coriander

- Calories
- 567
- Protein
- 21g
- Carbs
- 107g
- Fat
- 6g
Ingredients
- 210.3 g chickpeas
- 57.4 g yellow onion
- 38.2 g tomato puree
- 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
- 1 tbsp chana masala spice blend
- 1 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 175 g basmati rice
- 2 tbsp fresh coriander
Method
- 011. Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the finely diced yellow onion and sauté until deeply golden and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
- 022. Stir in ginger garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 033. Add the chana masala spice blend and bloom in the oil for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- 044. Stir in tomato puree and drained chickpeas along with a splash of water. Cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
- 055. Season the chana masala with salt and stir in fresh lime juice before removing from heat.
- 066. Plate the hot chana masala alongside the cooked basmati rice and garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.