Black Chana with Potato

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This Indian black kala chana recipe is a bit tart but very wholesome. It is a great source of protein for vegans. Serve with either chapati/roti or basmati rice.

Submitted by hgadhia
Updated on July 19, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Additional Time:
1 day
Total Time:
1 day 1 hr 35 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 cup dried black chickpeas (garbanzo beans)

  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 quart water

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, chopped, or more to taste

  • 1 (1 inch) piece chopped fresh ginger

  • 3 tablespoons water

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • ¼ teaspoon cumin seeds

  • 2 pinches asafoetida powder

  • 4 potatoes, peeled and quartered

  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander

  • 1 teaspoon garam masala

  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 2 cups water

  • 3 tablespoons tamarind paste, or more to taste

Directions

  1. Sort and clean chickpeas and wash them under cold water; drain. Combine chickpeas, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and baking soda in a large bowl; add 1 quart water. Soak chickpeas for 24 hours; drain.

  2. Combine onion, garlic, and ginger in a blender; add 3 tablespoons water. Blend mixture at high speed until a smooth paste forms.

  3. Heat oil in a 4-quart pot over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds and asafoetida; cook and stir until asafoetida expands and cumin seeds darken, about 1 minute. Stir in onion paste, taking great care to avoid splattering. Cook and stir until well mixed and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

  4. Stir chickpeas, potatoes, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne pepper into onion-cumin mixture; add 2 cups water. Bring to a boil and cover the pot; reduce heat and gently simmer for 1 hour.

  5. Stir in tamarind paste. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes more.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of soaking water with salt and baking soda. The actual amount consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

320 Calories
9g Fat
52g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 320
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Sodium 714mg 31%
Total Carbohydrate 52g 19%
Dietary Fiber 10g 35%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 10g 20%
Vitamin C 31mg 35%
Calcium 75mg 6%
Iron 4mg 20%
Potassium 977mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.