ALOO CHANA


 Ingredients:

- 1 cup dried black chana (Kala Chana) 
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons oil 
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped or pureed
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 2 green chilies, slit (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander ,cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- Water as needed

### Instructions:

1. **Soak and Cook Black Chana:**
   - Rinse 1 cup dried black chana and soak it in enough water overnight (6-8 hours).
   - Drain and pressure cook with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt until soft (about 15-20 minutes on medium flame after the first whistle). 


2. **Prepare the Curry:**
   - Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
   - Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. (Optional)
   - Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
   - Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, sauté for 1-2 minutes until raw smell disappears.
   - Add chopped or pureed tomatoes and cook until oil separates from the masala (about 5-7 minutes).
   
3. **Add Spices:**
   - Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander -cumin powder, and salt.
   - Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.

4. **Add Potatoes and Black Chana:**
   - Add the cubed potatoes and cooked black chana to the pan.
   - Mix everything well.

5. **Add Water and Simmer:**
   - Add about 1 to 1.5 cups of water (adjust depending on desired consistency).
   - Cover and cook on low-medium heat until potatoes are tender (about 15-20 minutes). Stir occasionally.
   
6. **Finish with Garam Masala:**
   - Once potatoes are cooked, add garam masala and stir.
   - Cook for another 2 minutes.

7. **Garnish and Serve:**
   - Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Add some lemon juice for more flavour 
   - Serve hot with roti, puri, or rice.

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