## Dried Kala Chana Masala Recipe – Ashtami Prasad (North Indian Recipes Style)

Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Dried Kala Chana Masala Recipe – Ashtami Prasad** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **North Indian Recipes Main Course**, this dish is **High Protein Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.

**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 400 minutes
**Cook time:** 25 minutes
**Total time:** 425 minutes

**Cuisine:** North Indian Recipes
**Course:** Main Course
**Diet:** High Protein Vegetarian

### Ingredients for Dried Kala Chana Masala Recipe – Ashtami Prasad:

* 1 cup Kala Chana (Brown Chickpeas) – soaked overnight
* Salt – to taste
* 1 tablespoon Ghee
* 1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
* 1 teaspoon Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)
* 1 teaspoon Chaat Masala Powder
* 1 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
* 1 teaspoon Cumin powder (Jeera)

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Dried Kala Chana Masala Recipe – Ashtami Prasad:

1. ensure the kala chana is soaked overnight or for a minimum of 6-8 hours.
2. Once the kala chana is soaked, transfer it into a pressure cooker with 1 cup of water and salt to taste.
3. Pressure cook for about 5-6 whistles and turn off the flame.
4. Allow the pressure to release naturally.
5. Once the pressure has released, open the pressure cooker and drain off the excess water from the kala chana.
6. Heat a pan with ghee on medium flame, once the ghee is hot, add the cumin seeds and allow them to sizzle.
7. Next reduce the flame, add the ginger and green chillies.
8. Now add in all the dry spices – amchur powder, coriander powder, chaat masala,  and cumin powder.
9. Mix well and quickly add in the boiled kala chana.
10. Give it a good stir and simmer the sukha kala chana in the pan for 3 to 4 minutes until the masala gets well coated into the kala chana.
11. Once done, turn off the heat, check if you need to add more salt and adjust according to taste.
12. Transfer the Sukha Kala Chana into a serving bowl and serve as a prasad for the festivals like navratri.
13. Serve Sukha Kala Chana Masala Recipe along with Rava Kesari Bhath/ Sooji Halwa Recipe, and Puri Recipe as prasad for Ashtami or just as a Sunday brunch.

### Tips for the Best Dried Kala Chana Masala Recipe – Ashtami Prasad:

* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Adjust the level of spices like chili powder to suit your personal taste.

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