December 23, 2008

ALOO CHANNA


Ingredients:
Oil
4-5 Green Chillies cut lengthwise
1 cup chopped Onions
1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder
1 tsp Jeera Powder
1/2 tsp Chili Powder
1/4 cup Tomato puree
1/4 cup chopped Mint leaves
1 cup Garbanzo beans soaked over night
1/2 cup Potatoes cut into 3 inch cubes
1 tsp Garam Masala
Salt to taste
1/2 cup chopped Coriander leaves
1/2 Lime

Method:
1.Heat oil and add green chillies and onions.Stir fry till golden brown.Add little salt.
2.Add turmeric,jeera,chili powder and tomato puree.Cook on a medium heat until oil separates.This takes about 15-20 minutes.
3.Add mint leaves and cook it for 10 minutes.
4.Add garbanzo beans,potato,garam masala and 1/2 cup warm water. Stir them and pressure cook it for 1 whistle.
5.Open the lid and mash some of the potatoes and beans.If the curry is thick add some more warm water and salt to adjust the taste.
6.Finally garnish with lime juice and coriander leaves.

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