Chana masala
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2 · 40 minutes · Chana masala is a simple Indian curry that comes together quickly, making it the perfect weeknight meal! Serve it with a side of basmati rice, fresh herbs, and roti.
19 ingredients
Produce
- 4 cups Chickpeas, cooked
- 3 tbsp Cilantro
- 1 Cilantro
- 1/2 tbsp Coriander, powder
- 6 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Ginger, fresh
- 1/2 Green chili or jalapeno, medium
- 1 28-ounce can Tomatoes
- 1 Yellow onion, medium
Condiments
- 1 1/2 tsp Lemon juice
Pasta & Grains
- 1 Basmati rice, cooked
Baking & Spices
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne, powder
- 2 tbsp Coconut sugar
- 1/2 tbsp Garam masala
- 1 Sea salt & pepper
- 1 tsp Turmeric, powder
Oils & Vinegars
- 2 tbsp Coconut oil
Nuts & Seeds
- 2 1/2 tsp Cumin, powder
Other
- Roti or paratha

Emily Pidgeon saved to FOOD + DRINK
308 · 30 minutes · 30 minute, 1-pot chana masala with green chili, cilantro, and garam masala. Easy to make, extremely flavorful, and satisfying. A healthy, plant-based meal.
16 ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp grape seed oil ((or sub coconut oil))
- 1 medium white or yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 Tbsp ground cumin
- 3/4 tsp sea salt ((divided // plus more to taste))
- 6 cloves garlic, minced ((6 cloves yield ~3 Tbsp))
- 2 Tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2-3 fresh green chilies, sliced with seeds ((I used serrano peppers // reduce amount if you prefer less heat))
- 1 Tbsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 28-ounce can pureed or finely diced tomatoes ((if unsalted, you’ll add more salt to the dish))
- 2 15-ounce cans chickpeas, slightly drained
- 1 tsp garam masala* ((see instructions for DIY blend))
- 2-3 tsp coconut sugar
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice ((plus more to taste))

April Robbins saved to vegetarian meals
186 · 55 minutes · This authentic restaurant style chana masala recipe is incredibly easy to make and so flavorful and delicious. Serve it with basmati rice and garlic naan. | thecuriouschickpea.com #vegan #indianfood #curry #chanamasala
186 · 55 minutes · This authentic restaurant style chana masala recipe is incredibly easy to make and so flavorful and delicious. Serve it with basmati rice and garlic naan. | thecuriouschickpea.com #vegan #indianfood #curry #chanamasala
20 ingredients
Produce
- 1 tsp Amchoor* (dried mango, powder
- 1 Bay leaf
- 3 cups Chickpeas, cooked
- 1 Cilantro
- 1 tsp Coriander, ground
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Ginger
- 4 Red chiles, whole dried
- 1 26oz can Tomatoes
- 2 1/2 Yellow onion
Baking & Spices
- 1 Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 Cardamon pods, green
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne or hot chili powder, ground
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 2 Cloves, whole
- 1/2 tsp Garam masala
- 1 1/2 tsp Kasoori methi
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric
Oils & Vinegars
- 2 tbsp Coconut oil or vegetable oil
2 · 40 minutes · Chana masala made easy! This vegan chana masala is a 1 pot Indian dish that is packed with plant protein, flavor and is perfect for meal prep. Serve with fresh naan and basmati rice for a delicious plant powered dinner.
20 ingredients
Produce
- 2 Bay leaves
- 2 cans Chickpeas
- 1/3 cup Cilantro
- 1 1/2 tsp Coriander, ground
- 6 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Ginger
- 1 Serrano pepper
- 1 28 ounce can Tomatoes
- 1 Yellow onion, medium
Baking & Spices
- 1 Black pepper
- 1 tsp Brown or coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp Chili powder
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1/8 tsp Cloves, ground
- 1 1/4 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric, ground
Oils & Vinegars
- 2 tbsp Coconut oil
Nuts & Seeds
- 2 tsp Cumin, ground
Other
- 1/2 tsp Amchur powder (or juice from 1 lemon*)

Lucy Lopez saved to Food
This easy chana masala or chole is authentic and ready in 30 minutes. It's a great weeknight meal to start your Indian cooking!

Carly Sippel saved to Favorite Recipes
25 · 35 minutes · Chana masala (or chickpea curry) is an Indian staple, Made with a delicious mixture of chickpeas, Indian spices, tomatoes, and fresh herbs, it's tasty and so easy to make.
14 ingredients
Produce
- 2 (15-oz) cans Chickpeas
- 1/4 cup Cilantro
- 1/2 tsp Coriander, ground
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 (14.5-oz) can Tomatoes
- 1 Yellow onion, medium
Condiments
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
Baking & Spices
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Paprika, ground
- 1/2 tsp Sea salt
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric, ground
Nuts & Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Cumin, ground
Dairy
- 2 tbsp Oil or butter
Liquids
- 2 cups Water

Hello Veggie saved to Beans + Pulses
8 · 40 minutes · Easy Chana Masala - a satisfying and flavorful meal made with tender chickpeas, smothered in a spicy, tomato-based sauce. This meal is easy to whip up and comes together quickly! #chanamasala #indianfood #vegandinner recipes #veganhuggs #chickpearecipes #glutenfree #vegancurry #indianrecipes
21 ingredients
Produce
- 2 15-ounce cans Chickpeas
- 1/3 cup Cilantro
- 1 Cilantro, Fresh cut
- 1 tsp Coriander, ground
- 5 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Ginger
- 1 Lemon, wedges
- 1 Onion, medium
- 1 Serrano pepper, small
Canned Goods
- 1 1/2 cups Tomato puree
- 1 1/2 cups Vegetable broth, low sodium
Condiments
- 2 tsp Agave nectar
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Pasta & Grains
- 1 Rice
Baking & Spices
- 1 1/2 tsp Garam masala
- 3/4 tsp Paprika, smoked
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 3/4 tsp Turmeric, ground
Oils & Vinegars
- 2 1/2 tbsp Coconut oil
Nuts & Seeds
- 1 1/2 tsp Cumin, ground
Bread & Baked Goods
- 1 Naan
Packed with plenty of spice, this healthy vegan curry recipe has less than 200 calories. For a more filling family meal, serve our chana masala with a roti
14 ingredients
Produce
- 1 tsp Coriander, ground
- 1 small bunch Coriander
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 thumb-sized piece Ginger
- 1/2 Lemon
- 2 Onions
- 1 400g tin Tomatoes
Pasta & Grains
- 1 Roti or rice to serve
Baking & Spices
- 1/2 tsp Garam masala
- 2 tsp Mustard seeds, black
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric, ground
Oils & Vinegars
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
Nuts & Seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin, ground
Other
- 2 X 400g tins chickpeas drained and rinsed
Julie Le Maitre saved to Food
Easy, quick, spicy and nutrient packed chickpea curry. That's what Chana Masala is, simply the best way to eat chickpeas, period.

Food & Nutrition Magazine saved to Vegan