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This is a recipe for **Chana Masala**, a flavorful Indian dish made with chickpeas, tomatoes, onions, and spices.

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### **Chana Masla Recipe**

#### **Ingredients**

- **Chickpeas (Chana):** 150 g
- **Tomatoes:** 400 g (finely chopped)
- **Onions:** 150 g (finely chopped)
- **Coconut Oil:** 2 tbsp **Cumin Seeds:** 1 tbsp (or 1 teaspoon ground cumin) **Coriander Seeds:** 1 tbsp (or 1 teaspoon ground coriander)
- **Turmeric:** 1 tsp
- **Red Chili Powder:** 1 tsp (or to taste)
- **Salt:** To taste
- **Garam Masala:** 2 tbsp (or to taste)
- **Water:** 100 ml
- **Water or Stock:** 200 ml
- **Optional:** Potatoes (500 g) or other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini
- **Optional:** 2 tbsp of yogurt or curd for raita (to serve with)

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#### **Instructions:

1. **Cook the Chickpeas:**
   - In a large pot, add 2 tbsp of coconut oil over medium heat.
   - Add the cumin seeds and coriander seeds, and toast them for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
   - Add the chopped onions and sauté for 5 minutes until they turn golden brown.
   - Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 5-10 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. This is the base of the chana masala.

2. **Add Chickpeas:**

3. **Incorporate Garam Maa:**
   - Add 2 tbsp of garam masala powder to the mixture and stir well to distribute it evenly.
   - Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture reaches your desired consistency.

4. **Season andServe:**
   - To taste, adjust the salt, red chili powder, and other spices.
   - Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes to allow the spices to infuse into the mixture.
   - Serve hot. Optionally, you can garnish with fresh coriander or green onions.

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#### **Optional Adddddditions:**
- **Potatoes:** If you want a more hearty version, add 500 g potatoes and cook them along with the chana.
- **Vegetables:** Add bell peppers, zucchini, or other vegetables for extra flavor and texture.
- **Raita:** For dipping, mix 2 tbsp of yogurt with water and let it sit for 10 minutes. Serve with chana masala.
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Enjoy your delicious and flavorful **Chana Masala**!

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