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Aloo Channa (Enjoy with Halwa and Whole-Wheat Chappati Recipes)

Yields4 ServingsCook Time1 hr 30 mins

Aloo Channa and Halwa with Whole Wheat Chappati 1

 1 lb Potatoes (cut into 1 inch cubes)
 Cooking Oil Spray
 2 tsp Garlic Paste
 ½ tsp Salt
 1 tbsp Homemade Chola Masala
 3 cups Water
 1 cup Chickpeas, cooked (see quick soak method for cooking)see below
 Cilantro, for garnish
 1 tbsp Jalapeño Peppers, chopped for garnish
 4 Whole-Wheat Chappatis
Quick Soak Method for Boiling Channa (Chickpeas)
 ½ cup Chickpeas, uncooked
 6 cups Water
Quick Soak Method for Boiling Channa (Chickpeas)
1

In a medium pot, over high heat, add 2 cups of water and uncooked chickpeas. Bring to a boil and remove from the stove. Cover for 1 hour.

2

Drain the water and rinse the chickpeas. Add remaining water to the same pot and cook the chickpeas on high heat. As soon as it boils, reduce the heat to a low medium, cover the pot half way and let it simmer for 45 minutes or until done.

3

Remove from heat and drain all the water. Let the chickpeas cool before using.

Aloo Channa
4

Peel and rinse potatoes thoroughly. Cut into 1 inch cubes and set aside.

5

In a medium sauce pan, over medium heat, spray cooking oil for 2 seconds. Add potatoes, garlic paste, salt and homemade masala. Sauté for 2 minutes or until potatoes are well coated.

6

Add water and partially cover the sauce pan. Cook potatoes for 10-15 minutes or until soft (but not mushy). Add cooked chick peas and stir well. Simmer for another 10 minutes.

7

Remove from heat and transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish with cilantro.

8

In a medium skillet, over medium heat, spray cooking oil for 2 seconds. Pan-fry each chapatti on both sides.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 (111g)

Servings 0


Amount Per Serving
Calories 170Calories from Fat 30
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g5%

Saturated Fat 0g
Trans Fat 0g
Sodium 330mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Sugars 3g
Protein 6g12%

Vitamin A 2%
Vitamin C 25%
Calcium 6%
Iron 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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