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Kakinada Achari Chana
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kakinada Achari Chana

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kakinada cooking — Kakinada Achari Chana brings a achari touch with a classic payasam finish. About 39 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 14 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Chickpeas1 cup, soaked
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Fenugreek Seeds1/2 tsp
  • Mustard Seeds1 tsp
  • Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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Watch how it's made

Video: chana pulao recipe | channa rice recipe | kabuli chana pulao · on YouTube