## Kala Chana Masala Recipe (North Indian Recipes Style) – Easy & Delicious Recipe

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

**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 120 minutes
**Cook time:** 35 minutes
**Total time:** 155 minutes

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

### Ingredients for Kala Chana Masala Recipe:

* 1 Cup Kala Chana (Brown Chickpeas)
* 1 Onion – finely chopped
* 1 inch Ginger – grated
* 2 cloves Garlic – mashed
* 1 inch Cinnamon Stick (Dalchini)
* 1/4 cup Homemade tomato puree
* 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* 1 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
* 1 teaspoon Garam masala powder
* 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder (Dhania)
* 2 tablespoon Figaro Pure Olive Oil
* Salt – to taste
* 4 sprig Coriander (Dhania) Leaves – roughly chopped for garnish

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Kala Chana Masala Recipe:

1. first wash and soak the chickpeas for 6 hours or overnight in 2 cups of water.
2. Transfer chickpeas to Pressure Cooker with 2-1/2 cups of water and cook until for 6 to 7 whistles, turn the heat to low and cook for another 15 minutes until done.
3. Heat pure olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, add the grated ginger, onion and garlic and saute for few seconds.
4. Stir in the tomato puree, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, chilli powder, salt and the cooked chickpeas.
5. Stir to combine.
6. Allow the mixture to come to a boil over medium heat.
7. Once the mixture begins to boil, turn the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes.
8. Adjust the consistency and taste of the dish according to your taste, by adding water and spices.
9. If adding water let Kala Desi Chana simmer for few more minutes.
10. Turn off the heat.
11. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
12. Serve hot with Puri/Paratha.

### Tips for the Best Kala Chana Masala Recipe:

* 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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