Chana Masala (Spicy Chickpeas) with Spinach

Chana masala with spinach is a vegetarian variation of a traditional and popular Indian food dish. If you don't have all the spices on hand, its ok to omit one of them without too much trouble, but don't omit more than two or you will have a completely different (and bland!) dish on your hands. For a heartier chana masala, toss in some tofu with the chickpeas and serve over rice.

See also: More Easy Indian Recipes

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas in water (also called garbanzo beans) or 1 1/2 cups precooked + 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 3 cloved garlic, diced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• juice from one lemon, (approx 2 tbsp )
• 1/2 tsp cury powder
• 1/2 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1 large bunch of spinach or two handfuls, rinsed

Preparation:

In a large skillet or frying pan, sautee onions and garlic in olive oil until soft, about 3-5 minutes.

Add chickpeas straight from the can, including all the water. Add spices and lemon juice, cover, and simmer about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, adding more water if needed, until chickpeas are cooked and soft.

Reduce heat, add spinach and cover. Allow spinach to wilt for 2-4 minutes. Serve immediately and enjoy your chana masala!

If you like chana masala, you might like some of these other vegetarian and vegan Indian recipes
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Broccoli and Tofu in Garlic Sauce
Mixed Vegetables, Indian Style
Cauliflower Curry Recipe
Raw Curried Cabbage Recipe
Tomato Marinara Curry Recipe
Coconut and Tofu Curry Recipe
Chai Tea Recipe
Turmeric Tea Recipe
Palak Paneer (Vegetarian Spinach and Cheese)
Bhindi Ki Subji (Stir-fried Okra)
Chole (Chickpea Curry)

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