Authentic Chana Masala Recipe — Best Indian Curry

Ratings

Expert Rating

4.9

95% confidence

Final Score

4.9

90% confidence

Category Scores

9.5

Taste

5.0

Difficulty

9.0

Presentation

9.0

Nutrition

9.5

Value

9.5

Instructions

9.0

Ingredients

9.0

Time Accuracy

9.5

Would Make Again

9.3

Overall

Cooking Timeline

Prep 15 min

Cook 30 min

Step 1
Step 2
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Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7

Ingredients

Servings

Units

Main

2 cups chickpeas (boiled or canned)

Aromatics

1 large onion (finely chopped)
2 medium tomato (pureed or finely chopped)
1 tbsp ginger garlic paste

Spices

1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tbsp coriander powder
1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)

Garnish

2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves (chopped)

Equipment

Heavy-bottom pan For simmering curry
Wooden spatula
Cutting board

Instructions

1

Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds until they splutter.
2

Add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3

Stir in ginger garlic paste and cook until raw aroma disappears.
4

Add turmeric, coriander powder, chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
5

Pour in tomato puree and cook until oil separates from the masala.
6

Add boiled chickpeas and water, then simmer for 15 minutes to let flavors blend.
7

Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Calories 280

Protein 12g

Carbs 45g

Fat 7g

Fiber 9g

Sugar 5g

Sodium 520g

Serving Size 1 bowl

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

A robust, deeply spiced chickpea curry that hits all the right notes.

Pros

Rich flavor
High protein
Easy ingredients

Cons

Requires balancing spice levels

Overview

Traditional, restaurant-style Chana Masala packed with authentic spices.

AI Insights

Summary

A staple Indian chickpea curry built on a fragrant onion-tomato base and balanced spice blend.

Tips

Use fresh ginger and garlic paste for the best aroma
Simmering longer allows the chickpeas to absorb the rich flavors
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens the taste

Substitutions

Chickpeas → White kidney beans
Fresh tomatoes → Canned crushed tomatoes

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Pairing

Basmati rice or jeera rice Warm garlic naan or roti

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FAQ

How do I make it thicker?

Mash a few chickpeas with the back of a spoon against the pan while simmering.

About the Author

FindEdition Kitchen

Recipe tested and reviewed by the FindEdition culinary team.

Specialty: Indian cuisine

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