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desi pub chana masala recipe
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desi pub chana masala recipe

Desi Pub Chana Masala is a vibrant and spicy chickpea curry with a pub-style twist. This easy-to-make recipe blends chickpeas with tomatoes, aromatic spices, garlic, and ginger for a delicious vegetarian dish. Serve with naan or rice for a hearty, satisfying meal with authentic Indian flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 2 large tomatoes, pureed
  • 2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp amchur (dried mango powder)
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large pan. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
  2. Add onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add tomato puree and all the spices. Cook for 5-7 minutes until oil separates.
  5. Add chickpeas and 1 cup of water. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Add amchur, lemon juice, and cilantro. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  7. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Notes

You can serve this dish with fresh naan (garlic naan is also lovely!) Chips (plain, masala or chilli chips are all highly recommended) and also don't forget the sauces and chutneys that complete these desi indian pub meals. You can find the recipes for these sauces right here!