Aloo Chana Masala आलू चना मासाला
Ingredients
Masala Spice Mix
- 2 tbsp Garam masala
- ½ tsp Cumin
- ½ tsp Turmeric
- ½ tsp Smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp Cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp Salt
- Freshly Cracked Pepper
Skillet ingredients
- 1 Yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- ½ tbsp Ginger grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 Cauliflower florets
- 1 can Chickpeas 560 ml
- 1 can Tomato sauce 560 ml
- ¼ cup Water
- ⅓ cup Heavy cream
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the spices for the masala spice mix.
- Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to a large skillet along with the olive oil and sauté over medium heat until the onions are soft and translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add the spice mix and continue to sauté for one more minute.
- Add the frozen cauliflower florets to the skillet with the aromatics and spices, and continue to sauté for about 5 minutes more, or until the cauliflower have thawed through and are completely coated in spices.
- Add the drained chickpeas, tomato sauce, and 1/4 cup water to the skillet. Stir to combine, then allow them to simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes.
- After the sauce has simmered for 15 minutes, turn off the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
- Give the masala a taste and add salt as needed. Serve in a bowl either over rice or with a piece of bread for dipping.
- DONE!