chana masala powder recipe | chole masala powder | homemade chana powder with a detailed photo and video recipe. an easy and simple blend of spices made, particularly for chana masala curry recipe. however, the same spice mix can also be used for different types of curries as it blends of flavours including spice, sour and heat in it. the spice mix has a long shelf life and can be used for a minimum of 2-3 weeks without losing its flavour.
as i was explaining, each recipe or curry requires a unique spice mix which makes it perfect and complete. but there is a certain spice mix which can be used as multipurpose mix and chole masala powder is one such. even though it is specifically made for chickpeas curry, but can be used for different types of curries or lentil recipe. this is due to the taste combination it has to offer. i have used aamchur, which introduces sourness at the same time i have used red chillies which introduces heat and spiciness. this taste combination is a must for any chickpeas based curry. hence you may use it for any choice of curries or recipe to get the same taste and flavour.
furthermore, i would like to highlight some tips, suggestions and variations to chana masala powder recipe. firstly, i would heavily recommend using an airtight container to store the prepared chana masala powder recipe. it would not only preserve the flavours and aroma within it but also improves the shelf life. secondly, i would strongly recommend using kashmiri red chillies for this masala. this would give a strong and bright colour to the spice mix and thus making it attractive. lastly, for sourness, i have added amchur powder or mango powder, which can be not so common in many kitchens. however, as an alternative, you can use lemon juice or even tamarind juice while preparing the curry.
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chana masala powder video recipe:
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chana masala powder recipe | chole masala powder | homemade chana powder
Ingredients
- ¼ cup coriander seeds
- ¼ cup cumin / jeera
- 2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp clove
- 2 pod black cardamom
- 2 inch cinnamon
- 1 mace / javitri
- 1 tsp fennel / saunf
- 1 tsp shah jeera / caraway seed
- 10 dried red chilli
- 2 tbsp aamchur
- 2 tbsp kasuri methi
- 1 tsp turmeric
Instructions
- firstly, in a pan take ¼ cup coriander seeds, ¼ cup cumin, 2 tsp pepper, 1 tsp clove, 2 pod black cardamom, 2 inch cinnamon, 1 mace, 1 tsp fennel, 1 tsp shah jeera.
- roast on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.
- further, add 10 dried red chilli and roast until the chilli puffs up and turns crunchy.
- cool completely and transfer to a mixi.
- add 2 tbsp aamchur, 2 tbsp kasuri methi and 1 tsp turmeric.
- blend to a fine powder without adding any water.
- finally, chole masala powder is ready. store in an airtight container for longer shelf life and prepare chana masala when required.
how to make chole masala powder with step by step photo:
- firstly, in a pan take ¼ cup coriander seeds, ¼ cup cumin, 2 tsp pepper, 1 tsp clove, 2 pod black cardamom, 2 inch cinnamon, 1 mace, 1 tsp fennel, 1 tsp shah jeera.
- roast on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.
- further, add 10 dried red chilli and roast until the chilli puffs up and turns crunchy.
- cool completely and transfer to a mixi.
- add 2 tbsp aamchur, 2 tbsp kasuri methi and 1 tsp turmeric.
- blend to a fine powder without adding any water.
- finally, chana masala powder is ready. store in an airtight container for longer shelf life and prepare chana masala when required.
notes:
- firstly, adjust the amount of chillis based on the spice level you are looking for.
- also, roast the spices on low flame to prevent from burning.
- additionally, you can also add salt to the spice blend as it acts as a preservative.
- finally, chole masala powder recipe can also be used to prepare pulao.