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Simplified Chana Masala with Rice

A simplified and effortless vegan Chana Masala served over fragrant basmati rice. This delightful Indian dish is packed with spices and flavors, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Enjoy the perks of leftovers with this recipe too!
2
35 min
TOTAL TIME
320
CALORIES
$1.24
PER SERVING
Simplified Chana Masala with Rice
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Ingredients
14 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
Ground Turmeric
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
Coconut Oil
1 tbsp coconut oil
Fresh Ginger
1 tbsp fresh ginger
minced
Canned Whole Peeled Tomatoes
28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes
with their juices
Minced Garlic
1 tbsp minced garlic
about 5 cloves
Fine Grain Sea Salt
1 tsp fine grain sea salt
Green Serrano Pepper
1 whole green serrano pepper
minced, seeds removed
Chan Masala Spice Mix
3 tsp chan masala spice mix
Fresh Cilantro
fresh cilantro
chopped, for garnishing
Lemon Wedges
lemon wedges
for garnishing
Yellow Onion
1 whole yellow onion
chopped
Canned Chickpeas
28 oz canned chickpeas
drained and rinsed
Basmati Rice
1 cup basmati rice
uncooked
Cumin Seeds
1 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
Directions
8 STEPS
15 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
35 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a large saucepan, cook 1 cup basmati rice according to package instructions.
2
In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
3
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the cumin seeds, toasting for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant.
4
Raise the heat to medium and stir in the chopped onion, minced garlic, minced ginger, and minced Serrano pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
5
Stir in the 3 teaspoons of Chana Masala spice mix, ½ teaspoon ground turmeric, and 1 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt, and cook for 2 more minutes.
6
Add the whole peeled tomatoes with their juices and crush them using the back of a wooden spoon, leaving some chunks for texture.
7
Increase the heat to medium-high, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes or more, allowing flavors to develop.
8
Serve the Chana Masala over cooked basmati rice, garnishing with a lemon wedge and a sprinkle of chopped fresh cilantro (if desired).
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Health Info
Macros
86g
CARBS
11g
FAT
25g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
VEGAN
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE