Published: by Absolutely Recipes, in the recipes category.

Chana Masala Recipe.

Ingredients:

1 TBSP canola oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 TBSP minced fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped, optiona
1/2 TSP salt
1 TSP garam masala
1/2 TSP ground coriander
1/2 TSP ground cumin
1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 cups hot cooked brown rice
1/4 cup plain yogurt
Minced fresh cilantro

Recipe Instructions:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
Add onion, ginger, garlic and, if desired, jalapeno; cook and stir until onion is softened and lightly browned, 4-5 minutes.
Add salt and spices; cook and stir 1 minute.

Stir in tomatoes and garbanzo beans; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve with rice.
Top with yogurt and cilantro.

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