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Indian Chana Masala Bowl

Spiced chickpea curry with tomato base, served over a choice of grain or vegetable base. Aromatic garam masala and ginger build depth; finished warm in a shallow bowl.

45
min
2
servings
822
kcal
26.2g
protein

Ingredients

2 servings
Onion1 medium
Garlic3 cloves
Ginger1 tbsp
Turmeric1/2 tsp
Canned tomatoes1 can (14 oz)
Chickpeas1 can (15 oz) or 1.5 cups cooked
Salt1/2 tsp
Basmati rice1 cup cooked
Lime1/2

Method

1

Dice the onion and mince the garlic and fresh ginger; measure out the garam masala and turmeric.

2

Heat coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.

3

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4

Add the garam masala and turmeric; stir well to coat the onion mixture and cook for 30 seconds.

5

Pour in the canned tomatoes and vegetable broth, then add the drained chickpeas; stir to combine.

6

Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

7

Taste and adjust salt as needed.

8

Divide the hot cooked rice between two bowls.

9

Ladle the warm chana masala curry over the rice and garnish with fresh cilantro; serve with a lime wedge on the side.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories822 kcal
Protein26.2 g
Carbohydrate144.7 g
Fat17.5 g
Fibre7.9 g
Sodium1444.2 mg

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