Sugar-Free Black Chana Curry
Bursting with bold, aromatic flavors, Sugar-Free Black Chana Curry is a wholesome, guilt-free dish perfect for health-conscious food lovers. This protein-packed curry features tender black chana simmered in a rich, fragrant blend of onions, tomatoes, and warming Indian spices like turmeric, cumin, and garam masala, all brought together without any added sugars. Ideal for vegetarians and vegans, this recipe balances robust taste with nutritional benefits, making it a satisfying and hearty choice. Ready in just under an hour, serve it hot with steamed rice or fresh flatbreads for a comforting meal the whole family will enjoy. Keywords: sugar-free curry, black chana recipe, healthy Indian curry, vegan chickpea curry, protein-packed meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups black chana (chickpeas)
- 4 cups water
- 1 large, finely chopped onion
- 2 medium, pureed tomato
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 finely chopped green chili
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 teaspoons coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 to taste salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
Rinse the black chana thoroughly under cold water. Soak them in 4 cups of water overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Drain the soaked chana and set them aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
Add finely chopped onion and sauté until the onion turns translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili. Cook for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
Stir in the tomato puree, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste. Cook this mixture until the oil separates from the masala, about 5 minutes.
Add the soaked and drained black chana to the pan. Stir well to coat the chana with the masala.
Pour in 2 cups of water, mix well, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chana is cooked and tender.
Check the consistency of the curry. If it's too thick, add a little more water and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.
Sprinkle garam masala and mix well. Let it cook for another 2 minutes.
Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.
Serve the sugar-free black chana curry hot, with steamed rice or flatbreads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.5 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4869 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.5 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.1 g | 143% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.3 g | ||
| Protein | 43.4 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 415 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 2258 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
