Easy Chana Masala - Smart Nutrition with Jessica Penner, RD

Easy Chana Masala - Smart Nutrition with Jessica Penner, RD

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A hearty Indian chickpea stew with just a touch of heat, this chana masala comes together in under 30 minutes!

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Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp coriander
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 small green chilis (chopped finely (thai chilis or birds eye chilis))
  • 2 x 28oz can diced tomatoes
  • 3 cups cooked chickpeas (or 2 cans, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • ½ tsp mango powder (amchoor or substitute 1 tbsp lemon juice)
  • 2 tbsp butter or ghee (optional but adds a richer flavour)

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