Contents
- 1 🌶️ Delicious Kala Chana Masala Recipe 🥘
- 2 10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- 2.1 How to make Kala Chana soft while cooking? 🤔
- 2.2 Can I make Kala Chana Masala without soaking it? ⏳
- 2.3 What is the best oil for cooking this dish? 🛢️
- 2.4 Can I make this recipe without onion and garlic? 🧄
- 2.5 How can I make it more spicy? 🔥
- 2.6 What can I serve with Kala Chana Masala? 🍽️
- 2.7 Can I store this curry? ❄️
- 2.8 What can I use instead of Kitchen King Masala? 🤷♂️
- 2.9 How do I make a thicker gravy? 🍛
- 2.10 Can I cook this in an Instant Pot? ⚡
🌶️ Delicious Kala Chana Masala Recipe 🥘
Follow this recipe to make flavorful & spicy Kala Chana Masala at home! 😋✨
🍽️ Serves: 10-11 People
🛒 Ingredients:
🧅 5 chopped onions
🌰 2 bowls of black gram (soaked overnight)
🌶️ 3-4 green chillies
🍅 1 large chopped tomato
🥄 5 teaspoons coriander powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
🥄 2 teaspoons chaat masala
🧄 14-15 garlic cloves
🫚 3-inch ginger piece
⚫ 2 tablespoons black masala
🔥 3 tablespoons garam masala
🍛 3 tablespoons chicken or kitchen king masala
🧂 2 teaspoons salt
🍃 5 bay leaves
🍬 3 small pieces of sugar
🌿 Little stone flower (dagad phool)
👨🍳 Cooking Method:
1️⃣ Boil the Kala Chana
💦 In a cooker, add water, salt & black gram, then boil well.
2️⃣ Prepare the Masala Paste
🧄 Grind onion, green chillies, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes together to make a fine paste.
3️⃣ Cook the Spices
🔥 Heat oil in a pan, add raw spices, then add the ground masala and all dry spices.
🥄 Add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, mix well, cover, and let it cook.
4️⃣ Cook the Masala
🧂 Add salt and let the masala cook well until aromatic.
5️⃣ Combine Everything
🥘 Add black masala, then pour in the boiled chana and some water.
6️⃣ Final Cooking
🔥 Mix well, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-10 minutes.
✨ As soon as oil floats on top, your Kala Chana Masala is ready to serve!
🎉 Enjoy this spicy & delicious dish with roti or rice! 🍛😋
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10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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How to make Kala Chana soft while cooking? 🤔
Soak the chana overnight and pressure cook with a pinch of salt for 5-6 whistles.
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Can I make Kala Chana Masala without soaking it? ⏳
Yes, but it will take longer to cook. Soaking reduces cooking time and makes it softer.
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What is the best oil for cooking this dish? 🛢️
Mustard oil or ghee gives an authentic taste, but any refined oil works too
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Can I make this recipe without onion and garlic? 🧄
Yes! Use asafoetida (hing), tomatoes, and extra ginger for flavour.
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How can I make it more spicy? 🔥
Add extra red chilli powder, green chillies, or a pinch of black pepper.
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What can I serve with Kala Chana Masala? 🍽️
It goes well with roti, rice, paratha, puri, or naan!
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Can I store this curry? ❄️
Yes, refrigerate for 2-3 days and reheat before serving.
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What can I use instead of Kitchen King Masala? 🤷♂️
Use garam masala + cumin powder + coriander powder as a substitute.
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How do I make a thicker gravy? 🍛
Mash a few boiled chana and cook longer for a thicker consistency.
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Can I cook this in an Instant Pot? ⚡
Yes! Use pressure cook mode for 12-15 minutes after sautéing the masala.
