CURRIED CHICK-PEAS ( CHANA DAL)

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Make and share this Curried Chick-Peas ( Chana Dal) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     Indian

Time 12h35m

Yield 1 bowl, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup channa dal (dried chickpeas, or garbanzos)
1 teaspoon tea leaves
1 teaspoon salt
5 cups water
1 tablespoon water
3 tablespoons ghee
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon scraped finely chopped ginger
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon chopped coriander (cilantro)

Steps:

  • In a large sieve or colander, wash the chickpeas under cold running water until the draining water runs clear. Drop the chick-peas into a large bowl or pan, pour in enough water to cover them by at least 2 inches., and let them soak at room temperature uncovered for 12 hours or overnight.
  • Drain the chick-peas in a large colander or sieve, place them in a heavy 3-4 quart saucepan, and add the tea leaves, salt, and 4 cups of the water. Bring to a boil over high heat, partially cover the pan, reduce the heat to low and simmer.
  • In a separate 3-4 quart saucepan, heat the ghee over high heat until a drop of water flicked into it splutters instantly. Add the cumin seeds and stir 30 seconds,then add the onions and ginger. Lower the heat to moderate and, stirring constantly, fry the mixture for 7-8 minutes, until the onions are soft and golden brown.
  • Watch carefully for signs of burning and regulate the heat accordingly. Stir in the turmeric, cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, red pepper, and 1 Tblsp. of water, and fry for 1 minute. Then add the chick-peas, their cooking liquid and the remaining 1 cup of water.
  • Stirring constantly, bring to a boil over high heat, cover the pan tightly, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the chick-peas are tender but still intact. Taste for seasoning, ladle the entire contents of the pan into a heated bowl. Sprinkle with the fresh coriander and serve at once.

Huraira AbbaCy
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet potatoes and carrots in this dish.


sarwar bhuiyan
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I love the addition of coconut milk to this recipe. It gives the chana dal a creamy and rich flavor.


Oti Chidindu
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. I always have a can or two of chickpeas in my pantry, and this recipe is a great way to use them up.


Gina Miller
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and flavorful vegetarian recipes. This chana dal recipe definitely fits the bill. It's packed with flavor and the chickpeas are so hearty and satisfying.


Dylon Gums
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I made this recipe in my slow cooker and it turned out great! It was so easy to just throw everything in the slow cooker in the morning and have a delicious meal ready for dinner.


Hamada Sameh
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll use less chili powder next time.


Norest Mawire
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I'm not a huge fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The curry flavor was mild and creamy, and the chickpeas were tender and flavorful.


Kamrul asif official
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This is my go-to recipe for chana dal. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Leaann Simmons
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different vegetables and spices, and it always turns out great.


Angelie Mae Garcia
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This recipe was easy to follow and produced a delicious and flavorful dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Heway Zhyan
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the flavor and the chickpeas were cooked perfectly.


Md Jean
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it in the end. The chana dal was delicious and I loved the creamy texture.


Miracle Manpower
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I'm a big fan of Indian food and this recipe did not disappoint. The flavors were authentic and the dish was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kisame Godfrey
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This was my first time making chana dal and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Wellington Muponda
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of spices and the chickpeas always come out perfectly cooked.


Slourttin Garassupee
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This recipe was easy to follow and produced a delicious and flavorful dish. I made a few minor adjustments to suit my personal taste, but overall I was very happy with the results.


Miekel Anthony
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I'm not usually a fan of curried dishes, but this one was surprisingly delicious. The curry flavor was mild and creamy, and the chickpeas were tender and flavorful.


Gavin Gordon
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This chana dal recipe was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the chickpeas were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.