For all of us on a special diet due to a food allergy, here’s the latest from Gluten Free Gigi’s gluten free, dairy free, soy free, nut free recipe box!
Gluten Free Vegan Chana Masala
Native to Pakistani and Indian cuisine, Chana Masala is a naturally gluten free vegan dish featuring protein-rich chickpeas. Free from the Big 8 allergens, this savory delight provides just the right balance of pungent and sour citrus flavors, and is perfect served on its own or over my Coconut Rice!
Watch my How-To, Step-by-Step video for making my Gluten Free Vegan Chana Masala here!
Chana Masala
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 large sweet onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon fresh ginger root, grated
3 teaspoons coriander
1 teaspoon yellow curry powder
2 teaspoons toasted cumin seeds, ground
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon Garma Masala
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
15 ounce can diced tomatoes with liquid
2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained
1 cup vegetable broth
Juice from 1/2 lemon
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (you may substitute parsley here, or omit)
In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the onion in olive oil until it is golden, about 15 minutes. (Remember, you can see how this looks in my How-To video!)
Add garlic and ginger and cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add spices (coriander through salt).
Add vegetable broth, tomatoes, chickpeas, and lemon juice. Stir.
Cover, reduce heat to low, and allow dish to simmer for 30 minutes.
Uncover, stir, and mash some of the chickpeas with a potato masher. This will thicken the dish and provide a smoother texture. I typically mash half of the chickpeas.
Stir in cilantro, if using.
Serve the Chana Masala hot over rice with Indian naan bread for a fantastic gluten free vegan meal!
xo,
Gluten Free Gigi
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