
Coimbatore Home-Style Chana Salad
A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Coimbatore cooking — Coimbatore Home-Style Chana Salad brings a royal touch with a classic salad finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.
Ingredients
- Saltto taste
- Onion1, finely chopped
- Tomato2, chopped
- Cumin Seeds1 tsp
- Chickpeas1 cup, soaked
- Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Optional extras
- Green Chili1-2, slit
- Lemon1/2
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
- 2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
- 3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
- 4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
- 5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.
- 6
Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.
- 7
Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.
- 8
Rest a minute, then serve hot.
Chef's tip
Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.
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