Chana Saag
Chana Saag is a delicious and nutritious Indian dish made with Kabuli chana (chickpeas) and saag (spinach) cooked in a flavorful blend of spices. It's a perfect combination of taste and health, making it a popular choice for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. Ingredients: Spinach, Kabuli chana, Onion, Cumin seeds, Red chilli powder, Salt, Ginger garlic paste, Turmeric powder, Garam masala, Tomato, Coriander, Coriander powder, Cooking oil
40min
Cook Time
4
Servings
Recipe
350 kCal
Recipe
1
Soak 200 grams of Kabuli chana (chickpeas) in water overnight or for at least 6-8 hours. Drain the water and rinse the chickpeas well.
2
Pressure cook the soaked chickpeas with 1.5 litres of water and 1 teaspoon of salt for 4-5 whistles or until they are soft and cooked. Set aside.
3
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and let them crackle.
4
Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown.
5
Add 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.
6
Add 2 chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
7
Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, and 1 teaspoon of garam masala. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
8
Add 500 grams of chopped spinach (saag) and cook until it wilts and reduces in volume.
9
Add the cooked Kabuli chana (chickpeas) along with 1 cup of water and mix well. Adjust salt as per taste.
10
Cover and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
11
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with roti, naan, or rice.
Nutrition
350
kCal
15 g
Protein
10 g
Fat
50 g
Carbs
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1 tsp of Red Chilli Powder
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1 tsp of Salt
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