Directions:
- Soak the chickpeas overnight or atleast 5-6 hours in enough water(Remember that it almost doubles,so add enough water).
- Then drain the water from chickpeas.Sprinkle bicarbonate of soda,mix well.Cover and keep aside for an hour.
- After an hour,wash thoroughly with water.
- Heat oil in a heavy based saucepan.
- Add the onions.Stirring frequently,fry for 5-8 minutes until the mixture turns to a rich golden color.
- Add cumin seeds,cloves,black pepper,cardamom,cinnamon and ginger garlic paste.Stirring frequently,fry the mixture for few seconds.
- Add turmeric,coriander powder,chili powder,salt,and a little water to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Then add the tomatoes,salt and little water.Cover and cook on medium heat until the tomatoes are reduced to a pulp.
- Keep frying ,stirring frequently,until the oil begins to separate.
- Drain the oil from the curry and keep aside.
- Add the chick peas,red lentils and water(1 litre or as required) to the curry.
- Mix well,cover and allow to cook on low heat until they are tender but still retain their shape.(This process can be speeded up in a pressure cooker.Use half the quantity of water).
- Mash the chick peas slightly to thicken the sauce.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes or until the sauce is thickened.
- Transfer the chick peas to a serving dish,pour the oil drained from curry.
- Sprinkle with the garam masala,nutmeg mace powder,fresh coriander and chopped green chilies.
- Serve hot with hard-boiled eggs,salad & Chapati/Naan.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 374.19 Kcal (1567 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 332.63 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 36.96g | 57% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 703.31mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 158.47mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbs | 9.38g | 3% | |
| Sugars | 2.06g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.15g | 13% | |
| Protein | 2.96g | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 20.3mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 46.5mg | 258% | |
| Calcium | 25.3mg | 3% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 352.11 Kcal (1474 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 313 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 34.78g | 57% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 661.81mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 149.12mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbs | 8.83g | 3% | |
| Sugars | 1.94g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.96g | 13% | |
| Protein | 2.79g | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 19.1mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 43.7mg | 258% | |
| Calcium | 23.8mg | 3% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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