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Beginner/35 min/Serves 4/Indian/Medium spice

Punjabi Chana Masala

Chickpeas simmered in a deep, tangy onion and tomato masala.

By Vegan Cook — published 1 August 2026

Time35 min
Servings4
SkillBeginner
CuisineIndian
SpiceMedium
Best forLunch
Calories / serving310
AllergensNone declared

Ingredients

Serves 4.

  • 500 gcooked chickpeas
  • 2onions, finely chopped
  • 1 cuptomato puree
  • 1.5 tbspchole masala
  • 2 tbspoil

Cookware

  • Heavy pan

Method

Read each step end-to-end before starting.

  1. 01

    Brown the onions

    Fry the onions in the oil until deep golden.

  2. 02

    Cook the masala

    Add the tomato puree and chole masala and cook until the oil separates at the edges.

  3. 03

    Simmer

    Add the chickpeas with a cup of water and simmer fifteen minutes until thick.

Allergen profile

Every recipe here is fully plant-based. Cross-contamination risk depends on your kitchen — check all packaging.

Free from
SulphitePeanutSoyGlutenTree Nuts
Contains
No declared allergens.