Easy Vegan Chana Masala (Chickpea Curry) - The Pesky Vegan

Easy Vegan Chana Masala (Chickpea Curry) - The Pesky Vegan

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This vegan chana masala combines nutritious chickpeas and a flavourful base for a simple, spicy, and healthy curry that's also gluten-free.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil ((or other cooking oil))
  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 inch piece of ginger, finely chopped
  • 1-2 fresh chillies, finely sliced ((more or less depending on how you like your heat))
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon chilli powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste ((a.k.a. puree))
  • 2x 14 oz (400 g) tins chopped tomatoes
  • 2 dried bay leaves
  • ½ teaspoon salt ((plus more to taste))
  • 2x 14 oz (400 g) tins chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup (100 ml) water ((plus more if necessary))
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • Juice of 1 lemon ((optional))
  • Large handful fresh coriander, chopped ((optional))

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