Makhana Masala by Puja

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    North Indian • South Indian • Main Course Gravy

    Makhana Masala by Puja

    36 mins
    4 servings
    Cooked 300+ times recently
    Vegan
    +−About this dish

    Chole masala, also known as chana masala or channay, is a popular Indian dish made with chickpeas, tomatoes, and a blend of spices. Pair with Poori/Rice/Roti/Paratha

    Ingredients · 15

    • 2 tbsp Refined Oil
    • 1 tsp Jeera
    • 0.25 tsp Hing
    • 2 pieces Onion (cut in four)
    • 1 piece Green Chilli (stem removed)
    • 10 cloves Garlic (peeled)
    • 5 g Ginger (peeled)
    • 2.5 pieces Tomato (cut in two)
    • 0.25 tsp Turmeric
    • 0.75 tsp Salt
    • 0.75 tsp Garam Masala
    • 0.5 tsp Amchur Powder
    • 45 g Roasted Fox Nuts (Makhana)
    • 120 ml Water
    • 2 stems Coriander Leaves (minced)

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Prepare the aromatics

      • Add
      +−How

      Add refined oil, jeera, and hing to The Upliance jar. Then add the quartered onions, green chilli, peeled garlic, and ginger.

    2. 2

      Chop and cook the masala

      • Add
      • Chops
      • Sautés
      • Stirs
      • 10 min
      +−How

      The device will chop the aromatics and sauté on low heat for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and dry spices. The device will cook the masala mixture on low heat for another 5 minutes with automatic stirring.

    3. 3

      Simmer with Makhana

      • Add
      • Simmers
      • 25 min
      +−How

      Add the roasted fox nuts and water to the jar. The Upliance will simmer the curry on low heat for 25 minutes, ensuring the flavors are absorbed.

    4. 4

      Serve the dish

      • Serve
      +−How

      The dish is ready. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with Poori, Rice, or Roti.

    Nutritional Information

    328
    Calories
    19g
    Carbs
    6g
    Protein
    27g
    Fat

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