Chickpea Chana Masala
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Chickpea Chana Masala

Recipe by The Little Blog of Vegan
Servings
+
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4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

  • 40 ml oil

  • 2 small white onions, finely chopped

  • 10 g fresh ginger, minced

  • 1 tsp garlic paste

  • 2 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 1/4 tsp chilli powder

  • 2 tsp ground coriander

  • 1 1/4 tsp ground turmeric

  • 1 1/4 tsp garam masala

  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp coconut sugar (optional)

  • 1 can tomatoes

  • 2 cans chickpeas, drained

  • 150 g coconut cream

Directions

  • Place a large pan over medium heat, then add 40 ml of oil.
  • When the oil is hot, add the onions and ginger and stir-fry for 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Place in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth. Return to the pan.
  • Add the garlic paste, cumin, chilli powder, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, pepper, salt, and coconut sugar, if using.
  • Stir until well combined. If the mixture is too dry, add a little oil.
  • Add the tomatoes and chickpeas. Stir to coat. If the mixture is too thick, you can add up to 60 ml of water.
  • Add the coconut cream and cook, covered, for 20 to 25 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until thick.
  • Serve warm.

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