Chana Masala

Easy and simple Chana Masala using raw chickpeas which are soaked overnight and then cooked with onion, tomatoes and spices. This popular Indian dish is vegan and gluten-free and pairs well with rice or naan. Chana Masala, or chole masala, is a Punjabi dish that's most popular in northern Indian and Pakistani cuisine, but is also enjoyed throughout the rest of South Asia. The word “chana” simply means “chickpea” in Hindi and Urdu, and it's this wonderful legume that is the main focus of this dish. The legume is loaded with folate, iron, fiber, and vitamin B. The tomato-and-onion sauce is blended with lots of garlic, ginger, chiles, and good-for-you spices. Although many of these offerings contain dairy, most brands offer a vegan chickpea curry, usually called “chana masala” or “pindi chana.” If you don't have an Indian grocery in your community. Chana masala, also known as channay, chole masala, chole or chholay, is a dish originating from the Indian subcontinent. The main ingredient is a variety of chickpea called chana or kala chana. They are twice the diameter of typical chickpeas with a stronger flavour and firmer texture even after being cooked. Chana masala, also known as channay, chole masala, chole or chholay, is a dish originating from the Indian subcontinent. The main ingredient is a variety of chickpea called chana or kala chana. They are twice the diameter of typical chickpeas with a stronger flavour and firmer texture even after being cooked


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Chana masala is one of my favorite Indian recipes to make at home when I want something hearty and comforting, but also don’t want to spend a ton of time cooking. Chana masala, also called chole masala, is a vegetarian and vegan Indian comfort food packed with flavor and perfect for dinner (or lunch) any day of the week! It also freezes beautifully, so it works well as a make-ahead freezer meal. Chana masala is a go-to comfort dish for me. It is simple to fix and gives me the comfort I crave on a chilly night or even a breezy day! Chana masala originated from the northern parts. of India where it’s a staple dish. But it has gained popularity in the past few years because it’s vegan, rich in protein, and simple to make. Chana masala can also be called chole masala, referring to the kind of garam used in the dish. So if someday you see chole masala on a menu, then rest assured that it is your beloved chana masala. This dish is typically prepared by cooking chickpeas in an Indian curry paste. This basic curry paste is the base of many Indian curries, from traditional Indian chicken curry to chickpea curries like this one.

Here are a few other health benefits of chana other than for weight loss:

  • Controls diabetes and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintains healthy bones.
  • Reduces inflammation.
  • Stabilizes blood pressure.
  • Helps in maintaining a healthy heart.
  • Lowers cholesterol.
  • Is known to help prevent Cancer.
  • Enhances immunity.