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Thanjavur Home-Style Chana Kebab
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Thanjavur Home-Style Chana Kebab

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Thanjavur cooking — Thanjavur Home-Style Chana Kebab brings a tamarind touch with a classic kebab finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Chickpeas1 cup, soaked
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Tamarind Paste2 tbsp

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

  6. 6

    Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve with rice or roti.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Chana Kebab Recipe | Chickpea Kebab | MOTHER'S RECIPE | Black Chana Cutlet | Veg Kebab Ideas · on YouTube