Chana Masala with Roti

Recipe

19 INGREDIENTS • 13 STEPS • 1HR 45MINS

Chana Masala with Roti

4.6

5 ratings

This Indian chickpea dish is a staple in my home. I think it’s the magic of how shockingly easy it is to make, combined with the fact that it costs next to nothing, topped off with how it tastes absolutely incredible.

Chana Masala with Roti

Save

I think everyone should eat great food every day. Eating well means learning to cook. Cooking is easy-you just have to practice.

http://www.leannebrown.com/

This Indian chickpea dish is a staple in my home. I think it’s the magic of how shockingly easy it is to make, combined with the fact that it costs next to nothing, topped off with how it tastes absolutely incredible.

1HR 45MINS

Total Time

$2.77

Cost Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings

2

US / Metric

1/2 tsp

or 1⁄2 tbsp Butter plus a splash of Olive Oil

1 tsp

Cumin Seeds

1/2 cup

Onion, diced

1 clove

Garlic, minced

1 tsp

Fresh Ginger, grated

1/2

Jalapeño Pepper, finely chopped

1 Tbsp

Ground Coriander

1 tsp

Ground Turmeric

1/4 tsp

Cayenne Pepper

1/2 tsp

1 tsp

1 tsp

1 cup

Canned Tomatoes

2 1/2 cups

Canned Chickpeas, cooked, drained

1 1/2 cups

Water

to taste

to taste

Yogurt

2 cups

Whole Wheat Flour

to taste

All-Purpose Flour

Nutrition Per Serving

VIEW ALL

Calories

682

Fat

9.0 g

Protein

32.0 g

Carbs

134.0 g

Chana Masala with Roti

Save

I think everyone should eat great food every day. Eating well means learning to cook. Cooking is easy-you just have to practice.

http://www.leannebrown.com/

Cooking InstructionsHide images

step 1

Measure out the spices: Ground Coriander (1 Tbsp), Cayenne Pepper (1/4 tsp) Garam Masala (1/2 tsp), Smoked Paprika (1 tsp), and Ground Turmeric (1 tsp) and put them in a small bowl.

step 1 Measure out the spices: Ground Coriander (1 Tbsp), Cayenne Pepper (1/4 tsp) Garam Masala (1/2 tsp), Smoked Paprika (1 tsp), and Ground Turmeric (1 tsp) and put them in a small bowl.

step 2

Let the Ghee (1/2 tsp) melt in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Once the ghee begins to sizzle, add the Cumin Seeds (1 tsp) and stir for about 5 seconds.

step 3

Add the Onion (1/2 cup) and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the Garlic (1 clove) and cook for 1 minute.

step 3 Add the Onion (1/2 cup) and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the Garlic (1 clove) and cook for 1 minute.

step 4

Add the Fresh Ginger (1 tsp) and Jalapeño Pepper (1/2) and cook for 1 more minute.

step 4 Add the Fresh Ginger (1 tsp) and Jalapeño Pepper (1/2) and cook for 1 more minute.

step 5

Add the spices and then the Canned Tomatoes (1 cup). Mix, then put a lid on the pan and let everything cook down for 5 to 10 minutes.

step 5 Add the spices and then the Canned Tomatoes (1 cup). Mix, then put a lid on the pan and let everything cook down for 5 to 10 minutes.

step 6

Once the tomato has reduced and the ghee starts to separate from the sauce, add the Canned Chickpeas (2 1/2 cups) and Water (1/2 cup). Mix, then bring to a boil before reducing to a simmer.

step 6 Once the tomato has reduced and the ghee starts to separate from the sauce, add the Canned Chickpeas (2 1/2 cups) and Water (1/2 cup). Mix, then bring to a boil before reducing to a simmer.

step 7

Cook for 10 minutes, then mash a few chickpeas with a spoon to thicken the sauce.

step 8

For the roti, in a small bowl, mix together the Whole Wheat Flour (2 cups), Water (1 cup), and Salt (1 tsp) using one clean hand. It should form a fairly moist dough. Knead until smooth and form into a ball. Cover with a damp towel or paper towel. Set aside for 10 minutes.

step 8 For the roti, in a small bowl, mix together the Whole Wheat Flour (2 cups), Water (1 cup), and Salt (1 tsp) using one clean hand. It should form a fairly moist dough. Knead until smooth and form into a ball. Cover with a damp towel or paper towel. Set aside for 10 minutes.

step 9

Divide the dough into 16 small balls.

step 9 Divide the dough into 16 small balls.

step 10

Sprinkle a countertop with All-Purpose Flour (to taste) and place one piece of dough in the middle. Cover the ball with flour on all sides so that it doesn't stick to the surface, then gently roll it out with a rolling pin until it's thin and flat, about 1/8" thick.

step 10 Sprinkle a countertop with All-Purpose Flour (to taste) and place one piece of dough in the middle. Cover the ball with flour on all sides so that it doesn't stick to the surface, then gently roll it out with a rolling pin until it's thin and flat, about 1/8" thick.

step 11

Place a non-stick skillet on medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the roti and cook until the dough lifts away from the pan around the edges and small bubbles form. Flip the bread over and cook the other side.

step 11 Place a non-stick skillet on medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the roti and cook until the dough lifts away from the pan around the edges and small bubbles form. Flip the bread over and cook the other side.

step 12

Usually, it goes very quickly. You want to see light-brown bubbles all over the dough. Repeat this process until you’re finished with the dough. Keep them under a towel on the counter or in a warm oven until ready to serve.

step 13

Garnish the chana masala with Yogurt (to taste) and fresh Fresh Cilantro (to taste) and serve with the roti. Enjoy!

step 13 Garnish the chana masala with Yogurt (to taste) and fresh Fresh Cilantro (to taste) and serve with the roti. Enjoy!

Tags

view more tags

0 Saved

top