Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Chana Masala / Chole Bhatura

I recently made this for a party and it seems like a very* easy dish to make and it was a big hit, the guests really enjoyed it. A great combination for both. This will definitely stay on my list of things to make when I have a huge crowd.

Serves 10-14 people

5-6 cans of Chickpeas
4 tomatoes
4 onions (I use red onions)
2 teaspoon red chilli powder
3 tablespoons corainder/cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
4-5 tablespoon of Chana/Chole Masala (I used MTR brand)
1 teaspoon of garam masala
1 tablespoon garlic paste
2-3 tablespoons of oil
2 tablespoon of tomato puree(optional)
Salt to taste



Chop the onions and tomatos (keep them seperate)(you can do it in the food processor both of them)
Take oil and put it in a big frying pan. Add the onions and garlic, saute until the onions are golden brown. Now add the tomatoes and tomato puree. Also add rest of the masala(dried spices). Let it cook for a few minutes. Now wash and add the chick peas. Add some water to make it a little loose and let it cook for 15-20 minutes.
Decorate with coriander.

Goes very well with Bhatura(I use frozen Deep brand). You can also serve with Naan, Parathas or Rice.
I generally serve onions, green chillis and lemon on the side; it goes very well.

Enjoy! And let your guests enjoy :)

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