Chana masala explained
Chana masala (also chole masala, or chole) is a chickpea curry originating in the Indian subcontinent.[1] [2] [3] [4] It is a staple dish in North Indian cuisine.[1] It is often eaten with a deep fried bread called bhatura.[5]
Ingredients
Along with chickpeas, the ingredients of chana masala typically include onion, chopped tomatoes, ghee, cumin, turmeric, coriander powder, garlic, chillies, ginger, amchoor or lemon juice, and garam masala.[6]
Preparation
To prepare chana masala, raw chickpeas are soaked overnight in water. They are then drained, rinsed, and cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices.[2]
Notes and References
- Book: Anupy, Anupy Singla. 2010. [{{Google books|7OJPPmXqL48C|page=PA77|plainurl=yes}} The Indian Slow Cooker: 50 Healthy, Easy, Authentic Recipes]. Agate Publishing. 77.
- Book: Singh, Manali. 2018. [{{Google books|8GtuDwAAQBAJ|page=PA13|plainurl=yes}} Vegetarian Indian Cooking with Your Instant Pot: 75 Traditional Recipes That Are Easier, Quicker and Healthier]. Page Street Publishing. 13-14.
- Book: Vora, Nisha. Nisha Vora. 2019. [{{Google books|zOV8DwAAQBAJ|page=PT342|plainurl=yes}} The Vegan Instant Pot Cookbook: Wholesome, Indulgent Plant-Based Recipes]. Penguin Publishing Group. 342.
- Book: Richa Hingle. 2022. [{{Google books|CnJBEAAAQBAJ|page=PT166|plainurl=yes}} Vegan Richa's Instant PotTM Cookbook: 150 Plant-based Recipes from Indian Cuisine and Beyond]. Hachette Books. 166.
- Web site: Kitchen . Hebbars . 2020-12-23 . chole bhature recipe chhole bhature chana bhatura chola batura . 2024-06-04 . Hebbar's Kitchen . en-US.
- Book: Pitre . Urvashi . Indian Instant Pot® Cookbook: Traditional Indian Dishes Made Easy and Fast . September 19, 2017 . Rockridge Press . 978-1939754547 . 54.
