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Tamarind-Tang Pot Chana Thoran
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Tamarind-Tang Pot Chana Thoran

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Mandya cooking — Tamarind-Tang Pot Chana Thoran brings a tamarind-tang touch with a classic thoran finish. About 49 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 24 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Chickpeas1 cup, soaked

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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