Chana Saag Recipe
Chana Saag is a flavorful and nutritious Indian dish made with chickpeas and spinach in a spiced curry sauce. It’s a vegan, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for dinner or meal prep, offering a hearty texture with aromatic spices and a tangy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course, Vegan, Gluten-Free
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups fresh spinach (or frozen spinach)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (or fresh tomatoes, chopped)
- 1/2 cup water or vegetable broth
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until golden. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and red chili powder (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring to release the spices’ flavors.
- Add diced tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing them to soften into a sauce. Add chickpeas, stir, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Gradually add spinach, stirring until it wilts (use frozen spinach if needed and stir until heated through).
- Pour in water or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve hot with basmati rice or naan.
Notes
- For a creamier version, stir in coconut milk or heavy cream during the simmering step.
- Add more vegetables like carrots, peas, or bell peppers for extra nutrition and color.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or reducing red chili powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/chana-saag-recipe/
