Sindhi channa

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsKabuli channa; (white chickpeas)
4Onions
1teaspoonGinger grated
1teaspoonGarlic crushed
3Tomatoes grated
1tablespoonCoriander finely chopped
½teaspoonTurmeric powder
1teaspoonDhania; (coriander seed
; powder)
½teaspoonBlack pepper powder
½teaspoonGaram masala powder
1teaspoonAmchur; (dried mango powder)
2Pinches asafoetida; (2 to 3)
Salt to taste
2Cardamoms black
7Cloves
2Bayleaves
10Peppercorns
1teaspoonCumin seeds
2tablespoonsOil

Directions

Wash and soak chickpeas in plenty of water overnight.

Drain add fresh water (4 -5 cups) and transfer to pressure cooker.

Add cardamoms, bayleaves, peppercorns, cloves, salt and 1 chopped onion.

Pressure cook till channa is soft (approx. 7-8 whistles).

Cool, drain, keep aside, channa, whole spices, water aside separately.

Meanwhile, puree 2 onions, chop 1 fine.

If desired, add spices while pureeing onions.

Or discard, since their flavour is induced in channa water.

Heat oil in large heavy saucepan.

Add asafoetida, ginger, garlic, chopped onion, stirfry till onions are light brown.

Add pureed onions, tomato puree, all masala powders and saute for 5-7 minutes.

Add drained water. Boil for 7-8 minutes.

Add peas, salt, stir and cook till gravy is thick.

Garnish with chopped coriander. Serve hot with parathas, roti, or over bread.

Accompany with slices of lemon and chopped onions.

Making time: 1 hour

Makes:7 servings bowl

Shelflife:Fresh or freeze and defrost before use.

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