Chana Masala with Coconut Milk
Chana masala is a creamy Indian style chickpea curry. This version with coconut milk is mild, flavorful and oh so delicious.
Servings: 4
Calories: 463kcal
Cost: Cheap
Ingredients
- 2 cans chickpeas (2 x 400 g)
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 2 small onions
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cm ginger
- 4 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 teaspoon garam masala
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Finely dice the onion, garlic and ginger.
- Heat the oil in a pot on medium heat, then sautee the diced vegetables for a few minutes until the onions turn translucent.
- Add the spices and tomato paste to the onions. Stir to combine, and sautee for 2 minutes. This allows the flavors to really develop.
- Add the chickpeas, and allow them to cook with the seasoning for another minute.
- Then, add the coconut milk. Leave the curry to simmer for about 5 minutes. Serve it immediately while it's hot.
Notes
Is this recipe allergy friendly? – Yes! This recipe is free from all common allergens. It is gluten free, dairy free, egg free, soy free and nut free.
Is this vegan? – Absolutely. Chana masala is a completely vegan recipe.
Can I replace the chickpeas in this dish? – Curries are easy to adapt to suit your preferences. You can replace the chickpeas with anything you’d like. Try using tofu, paneer, vegetables or lentils instead.
Leftovers
Leftover chana masala can be stored in the fridge for 5 days, or frozen for 3 months. Reheat the leftovers and serve them warm.Top tips
Here are some of my best tips to get this recipe perfect:- Don’t rush through the process of sauteeing the tomato paste and spices. This is what really brings out the flavor!
- I highly recommend using full fat coconut milk. The reduced fat version is not as creamy.
- Don’t have all the spices listed? You can substitute curry paste for the tomato paste and spices!
Nutrition
Calories: 463kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Sodium: 917mg | Potassium: 777mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 317IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 7mg