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Chana Saag

A chickpea and leafy green curry dish cooked with aromatic spices and tomato base. Served warm with rice or bread, yielding a thick, fragrant stew.

50
min
4
servings
323
kcal
13.5g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Onion1 large
Garlic4 cloves
Ginger1 tbsp
Canned chickpeas2 cans (15 oz each)
Canned tomatoes1 can (14.5 oz)
Cumin1 tsp
Turmeric0.5 tsp
Saltto taste

Method

1

Dice the onion; mince the garlic and ginger; roughly chop the leafy greens.

2

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 5–7 minutes until softened and lightly golden, stirring occasionally.

3

Add the minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

4

Stir in the garam masala, cumin, and turmeric; cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.

5

Pour in the canned tomatoes (with juice) and vegetable broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

6

Add the drained chickpeas; return to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.

7

Add the chopped leafy greens (in batches if needed, stirring until wilted). Simmer for 8–10 minutes until the greens are tender and the curry thickens slightly.

8

Taste and adjust salt. Finish with lime juice to brighten the flavors.

9

Serve hot with rice, naan, or flatbread.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories323 kcal
Protein13.5 g
Carbohydrate44.8 g
Fat11.5 g
Fibre5 g
Sodium1014.6 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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