Co+op Basics: Chana Masala
This Indian classic is not only delicious, but it is rich in B vitamins, iron, and protein. And did we mention it's inexpensive and easy to make? This recipe features 5 products from our Co+op Basics line and comes in at $3.02 per serving! Consider doubling the recipes so you can put some portions in the freezer for future meals-to-go. Try adding a sweet potato for extra health benefits and a slightly different flavor.
The following products are all part of Co+op Basics:
- Field Day long-grain brown rice
- Field Day canola oil
- Field Day curry powder
- Field Day tomato paste
- Wild Harvest garbanzo beans
Ingredients
Field Day long-grain brown rice
1 1/2 cups
Field Day canola oil
3 tablespoons
Yellow onion, diced
1
Garlic clove, minced
1
Fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon
Garam masala
1 tablespoon
Curry powder
2 tablespoons
Field Day tomato paste
3 tablespoons
Water
2 cups
Wild Harvest garbanzo beans, drained & rinsed
1 15-ounce can
Lemon juice
2 teaspoons
Red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon
Large russet potato, peeled & diced
1
Salt and pepper
To taste
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: 4
Cost per serving: $3.02
- Bring rice and 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Cover tightly and reduce to a simmer for about 40 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or shallow soup pot. Add onion and cook over medium heat until soft and translucent, then add garlic, ginger, spices, and tomato paste.
- Pour into a blender or food processor and blend thoroughly. Return the spiced tomato paste to the same pan; there will be a thin coat of oil in it. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it turns medium brown and oil separates around the edges of the pan.
- Gradually whisk in water until it makes a thick gravy, about 2 cups. Bring to a boil.
- Add potato and salt, and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for about 8 minutes, then add garbanzo beans. Return to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in lemon juice and red pepper flakes, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve over rice.