Thursday, May 27, 2010

Channa Masala

Hello fellow foodies :-)

Tonight I'd like to contribute...Channa Masala!

Bottom line: I <3 Indian food. It's so freaking good. The sad part is that many people think Indian food is too spicy or weird or whatever. Well, they are missing out! Indian food is incredibly flavorful. Also, it can be spicy or not-depending on your preference.

In this dish, I love how some innocent looking spices (Coriander, Tumeric, Cayenne, Cumin and Garam Masala) transform some ordinary looking chickpeas into pure deliciousness. Ginger, Jalapeno and Garlic also lend a hand.



And Onion. Gotta have some Onion.


















Look at those sexy chickpeas all dolled up!

















I served my Channa with a dollop of plain yogurt for some creaminess. On the side is cooked spinach and garlic naan from Trader Joes.
















Here's a link to the recipe. She also has step by step instructions with pictures which made my life easier. This is one of the first Indian recipes I've attempted at home (the first one was "ehh") and I really think it turned out well. Very tasty and easy to make.

If anyone has any yummy Indian recipes-please share in the comment section!

Happy eating-
Julie F.

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Michelle said...

Yum! I ate channa masala today! I don't have any recipes because I just walk to the food cart and let them make a masterful lunch for me - but I'll have to try this!
I meant to try and make my own paneer with milk and lemon juice and cheesecloth, but I have yet to brave it.....