Description
Indian Chana Saag is a delightful fusion of tender chickpeas and vibrant spinach cooked in a creamy, aromatic sauce. This hearty dish bursts with spices, offering a comforting warm embrace in every bite. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, Chana Saag is not only nutritious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or ghee
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
Instructions
- Heat the oil or ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown and fragrant.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until aromatic, about 1 minute.
- Add cumin seeds, turmeric powder, garam masala, and chickpeas. Cook for 5 minutes until well-coated with spices.
- Gradually incorporate spinach; stir until wilted down (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk, mixing gently; simmer for about 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Finish with fresh lemon juice to elevate flavors. Serve with steamed rice or warm naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg