This Indian black kala chana recipe is a bit tart but very wholesome. It is a great source of protein for vegans. Serve with either chapati/roti or basmati rice.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried black chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 quart water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, chopped, or more to taste
- 1 (1 inch) piece chopped fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons water
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 pinches asafoetida powder
- 4 potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups water
- 3 tablespoons tamarind paste, or more to taste
Directions
Step 1
Sort and clean chickpeas and wash them under cold water; drain. Combine chickpeas, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and baking soda in a large bowl; add 1 quart water. Soak chickpeas for 24 hours; drain.
Step 2
Combine onion, garlic, and ginger in a blender; add 3 tablespoons water. Blend mixture at high speed until a smooth paste forms.
Step 3
Heat oil in a 4-quart pot over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds and asafoetida; cook and stir until asafoetida expands and cumin seeds darken, about 1 minute. Stir in onion paste, taking great care to avoid splattering. Cook and stir until well mixed and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Stir chickpeas, potatoes, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne pepper into onion-cumin mixture; add 2 cups water. Bring to a boil and cover the pot; reduce heat and gently simmer for 1 hour.
Step 5
Stir in tamarind paste. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes more.
Editor’s Note:
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of soaking water with salt and baking soda. The actual amount consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 320 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat9g | 12% |
Saturated Fat1g | 7% |
Sodium714mg | 31% |
Total Carbohydrate52g | 19% |
Dietary Fiber10g | 35% |
Total Sugars6g | |
Protein10g | |
Vitamin C31mg | 157% |
Calcium75mg | 6% |
Iron4mg | 20% |
Potassium977mg | 21% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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