Garam Masala - recipe

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At 08/11/2001, scottsimmons80 wrote:

>Just wondering if anyone has any yummy recipes that use Garam Masala,

>as I just managed to find some at the local store!

 

 

It's also good added to rice before serving.

 

Hi, Scott. Here's a sandwich idea that good. The spice is warmed by the food -

not warmed directly.

 

 

* Exported from MasterCook *

 

Chickpeas with Onions and Tomatoes (Chole)

 

Recipe By :From Bengal to Punjab by Smita Chandra

Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Meatless Sandwiches

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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2 medium onions

fresh ginger (3/4-inch piece)

6 cloves garlic

4 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 teaspoon cumin seed

1 bay leaf

cinnamon stick (1/2-inch piece)

2 medium tomatoes -- coarsely chopped

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander seed

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

salt -- to taste

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

3 cups cooked chickpeas -- drained

1/2 teaspoon garam masala

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

 

1. Chop the onions finely. Grate the ginger and garlic. In a large heavy-bottom

skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. Add cumin, bay leaf and cinnamon. When

the spices darken (1 to 2 seconds), add the grated ginger and garlic. Cook for 1

minute, then add the chopped onions and saute until golden brown (12 to 15

minutes).

 

2. Add the tomatoes, coriander, turmeric, salt and cayenne. Cook until the

tomatoes soften (5 minutes). Add chickpeas, cover and reduce the heat to low.

Cook 10 minutes.

 

3. Mix in the garam masala and lemon juice, Serve hot.

 

Description:

" Sandwich filling or serve with rice and greens. "

Cuisine:

" India "

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 368 Calories; 17g Fat (40.9% calories

from fat); 13g Protein; 44g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol;

18mg Sodium. Exchanges: 2 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0

Fruit; 3 Fat.

 

NOTES : Everyone seems to be won over by this dish. Those familiar with bland

chickpea preparations love this spicy creation. You can serve it stuffed in pita

bread or use it as a topping for crackers. - Smita

 

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