Chana Masala Quick‑Stir
Canned chickpeas simmered with tomato‑onion gravy and garam masala for a fast protein punch.

Total
15 min
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas
- 1/2 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup onion
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt(optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat (1 minute).
- 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the cumin and garam masala, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
Add the tomato puree and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes to form a gravy.
- 5
Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then add them to the skillet; simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Season with salt if desired, garnish with cilantro, and serve.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
320
16% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbohydrate | 45 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 10 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
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