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Cuddalore Festival Chana Garlic
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Cuddalore Festival Chana Garlic

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Cuddalore cooking — Cuddalore Festival Chana Garlic brings a garlic touch with a classic fry finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Garlic8 cloves
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Chickpeas1 cup, soaked
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp

Optional extras

  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: (ಕಡ್ಲೆ ಉಸ್ಲಿ) Kadalekalu usli recipe Kannada | Kadle kaalu usli maduva vidhana | Chana sundal · on YouTube