Chana masala

Chana masala is a chickpea curry cooked in a tomato-based sauce, originating from the Indian subcontinent. It is a staple dish in Indian and Pakistani cuisine. It is often eaten with bread, including deep-fried bhatura, puri, or flatbreads such as kulcha.

Ingredients and preparation

Along with chickpeas, the ingredients of chana masala typically include a base of onions, garlic, ginger, and chili peppers; chopped tomatoes to form the tomato sauce; and herbs and spices, such as amchoor, coriander, cumin, garam masala, and turmeric.
To prepare chana masala, raw chickpeas are soaked overnight in water. They are then drained, rinsed, and cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices.
It is sometimes garnished with cilantro and lemon or lime wedges.