Learn how to make a delicious and easy Chana Masala at home with this simple recipe. Tastes best with Steaming Basmati rice or Homemade Naan bread. The recipe is FAST, EASY and PERFECT!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time25 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: chana masala, chickpeas, curry, one pot
Servings: 5People
Calories: 173kcal
Author: Sandhya Hariharan
Ingredients
2canChickpeas/ Garbanzo Beans (800g)drained
2Medium onion, finely choppedred, yellow or white - either of them will work
Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.Add cumin seeds and allow it to sizzle.
Add onions, ginger, garlic and green chilly and cook until onions are translucent.
Add tomatoes, ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, and chilli powder, cook for 1 minute. Cook this onion tomato sauce well until the oil begins to separate. Stick a hand blender to blend the sauce for a smooth texture.
Add chickpeas, water and salt, let simmer for 10-15 minutes. Taste and season as needed.
Add lemon juice and garnish with fresh coriander.
Serve this easy Chana Masala with Cumin Rice or Easy naan bread.
Instant Pot Chana Masala
Press saute on Instant Pot and add oil. Once it gets hot, add cumin seeds. Allow it sizzle.
Add onions, ginger, garlic and green chilly and cook until onions are translucent. About 3-4 minutes until raw smell is eliminated. Adding a pinch of salt to onions evaporates the water content quickly.
Add diced tomatoes, spice powders and sauté them until tomatoes become mushy say 4-5 minutes. If you feel the MIXTURE is sticking to the bottom of the pot, splash some water to DEGLAZE.
Add chickpeas, salt and 2 cups of water. Press CANCEL.
Secure the lid, turn the vent to sealing. Pressure Cook HIGH for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, allow the pressure to release naturally.
If the gravy is thick, add 1/2 Cup hot water. Press SAUTE and allow this mixture to cook for 2 more minutes. ( OPTIONAL )
Check for seasoning and spices and add more if needed. Add Lemon Juice and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.