Chana Masala

Chana Masala
Chana Masala might be a good recipe to expand your side dish recipe box. This gluten free and vegan recipe serves 4. One portion of this dish contains approximately 6g of protein, 6g of fat, and a total of 146 calories. It is an inexpensive recipe for fans of Indian food. A mixture of chickpeas, olive oil, onion, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 35 minutes.

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1
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; saute onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
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2
Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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3
Stir chickpeas with liquid from can, lemon juice, coriander, cumin, garam masala, and curry powder into onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until liquid is mostly evaporated and sauce is thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
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4
Stir spinach into sauce and simmer until wilted, about 5 more minutes.
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Recommended wine: Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Chenin Blanc

Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Chenin Blanc are my top picks for Asian. The best wine for Asian food depends on the cuisine and dish - of course - but these acidic whites pair with a number of traditional meals, spicy or not. The Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling with a 4.6 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 11 dollars per bottle.
Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling
Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling
"...a surprisingly complex and outstanding value in nearly-dry Riesling... Lemon, green apple, wet stone, and lightly floral aromas are followed by a crisp, slate-saturated palate and a finish of juicy citrus and apple, nut oils, mineral salts, and wet stone..."-Wine Advocate"This wine has to be one of the best deals in Mosel Riesling. Ernst Loosen's 'introductory' Riesling is marked by flavors of fresh peach and apricot, balanced by a fair amount of refreshing acidity. A great aperitif."- Food & Wine Magazine
DifficultyNormal
Ready In35 m.
Servings4
Health Score28
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