Vegan Chola (Chana Masala)

If you’re looking for a flavorful, protein-rich vegan entrée, you’ll rejoice at this chana masala recipe, which incorporates a wide variety of Indian spices. The ingredient list may look daunting, but everything can be easily found at your local Indian grocery. Happy shopping!

Ingredients

1 15 oz can chickpeas
3 tbsp olive oil
1 pinch asafetida
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp chickpea flour (also known as besan)
1 large tomato
1 tsp ginger paste
1 green chili
2 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Salt to taste
1/4 tsp garam masala
1 tsp chopped cilantro
Thinly sliced tomatoes for garnish

The complete instructions can be found on Manjula’s site here.

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