80/20 Chana Masala

indian · 80/20 · gluten-free · nut-free · soy-free · meal-prep-friendlyComplexity: easy

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If I were to recommend a recipe to a college student, Chana Masala would be it. Cheap, easy, and low tech.

A good chana masala spice mix—found in any Indian grocery store—trivializes the cooking.

Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat.
Add the 1 onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
Add the 3 cloves of garlic and sauté for another minute.
Add the 4 tbsp chana masala spice mix and 1 14 oz can of crushed tomatoes. Sauté for one minute.
Drain the 3 14 oz can of chickpeas and add them to the pot.
Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Add 0.5 lemons juice and 1 tsp salt. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

80/20 Chana Masala · AfterMeat.org

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