ALOO CHANNA (Enjoy with Halwa and Whole-Wheat Chappati Recipes)

Preparation mode:

Footnotes:

*Homemade Chola Masala
Ingredients:

• 3⁄4 tsp. Turmeric
• 1⁄2 tsp. Javitri (Mace)
• 1 tsp. Amchoor Powder (Mango Powder)
• 1 tsp. Cumin Powder
• 1⁄2 tsp. Ajwain (Carom Seeds)
• 6 Cloves
• 1⁄4 tsp. Nutmeg Powder
• 1 tsp. (25 pieces) Black Pepper, whole
• 6 pieces Cardamom
• 1 tsp. Fenugreek Leaves
• 1 tsp. Fennel Seeds
• 1 tsp. Kalonji Seeds (Black Nigella Seeds)
• 1 tbsp. Coriander Seeds
•  1⁄2 tbsp. Red Pepper, crushed

Method:

1. In a coffee or spice grinder, combine all spices except fennel seeds, kalonji seeds, coriander, and red pepper; grind until fine.
2. Add remaining spices and grind to make a coarse mixture.

Note: You only need 1 tablespoon of this homemade chola masala for this recipe. Store the remaining masala in a zip lock bag for up to three months.

**Quick Soak Method for Boiling Channa (Chickpeas)
Ingredients:

• 1⁄2 cup Chickpeas, uncooked • 6 cups Water

Method:

1. In a medium pot, over high heat, add 2 cups of water and uncooked chickpeas. Bring to a boil and remove from the stove. Cover for 1 hour.
2. Drain the water and rinse the chickpeas. Add remaining water to the same pot and cook the chickpeas on high heat. As soon as it boils, reduce the heat to a low medium, cover the pot half way and let it simmer for 45 minutes or until done.
3. Remove from heat and drain all the water. Let the chickpeas cool before using.

Nutrition Facts for Aloo Chana ONLY (does not include Halwa or Whole Wheat Chappatis):
Serving Size: 1 Serving (111g), Servings: 4, Amount Per Serving: Calories 170, Fat Calories 30, Total Fat 3g (5% DV), Sat. Fat 0g (0% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Sodium 330mg (13% DV), Total Carbohydrates 32g (11% DV), Fiber 6g (24% DV), Sugars 3g, Protein 6g, Vitamin A (2% DV), Vitamin C (25% DV), Calcium (6% DV), Iron (10% DV). Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Links:

• Halwa
• Whole Wheat Roti (Chappati)