Indian

Chana Masala for Dummies is for Lunch.

Chana Masala for Dummies takes several minutes to prepare.

Chana Masala for Dummies takes several minutes to cook.

Chana Masala for Dummies makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Chana Masala for Dummies are:

2 Tbs. vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped

1 large clove of garlic, minced
1 Tbs. curry powder
1 Tbs. tomato paste or ketchup

1 (15 oz.) can chick peas, drained, reserving 3 Tbs. liquid
1/2 Tbs. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. salt
Fresh black pepper

Crushed red pepper, optional to taste

1 Tbs. vegan margarine

Cilantro (fresh coriander) or spinach (optional)

Here is how you make Chana Masala for Dummies:

Heat oil on medium high heat. Fry onions until slightly browned.Reduce heat to medium and add garlic, curry, and tomato paste. Stir and simmer about 2 minutes.Add chick peas, liquid, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Simmer 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.Add red pepper to taste.Add margarine, stirring through to melt it. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes more or until peas are softened and dish is hot. Stir in spinach or cilanto, if using. Serve over rice, or straight-up for a low-carb meal.Serving Size: Makes 2 - 4 servingsNumber of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user PAULSTGEORGE.

The nutritional information for Chana Masala for Dummies is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 215.5

• Total Fat: 10.9 g
• Cholesterol: 7.8 mg
• Sodium: 314.4 mg
• Total Carbs: 22.5 g
• Dietary Fiber: 7.2 g
• Protein: 6.8 g

Chana Masala for Dummies is Indian cuisine.

The dietary needs meet for Chana Masala for Dummies is Vegetarian