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
Cook the chickpeas
Boil the soaked chickpeas until tender, about 30 minutes, or pressure-cook for 5–6 whistles.
- 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
Add garam masala
Stir in most of the garam masala, reserving a pinch for the finish.
- 4
Simmer the chickpeas in
Add the cooked chickpeas with some cooking liquid, season with salt, and simmer 15 minutes.
- 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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