2 servings40 minuteschickpeas unsoaked

Channa Masala (Indian Chickpeas)

By Camila Quevedo

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2 Servings

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40 Minutes

Channa Masala (Indian Chickpeas)
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Recipe Details

Total Time: 40 Minutes

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook

Yield: 2 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 heaping tsp garam masala
  • 1 cup chickpeas unsoaked
  • ½ zucchini diced
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • Corn tortillas
  • 1 tbsp plain yogurt

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Insert the stainless steel inner pot inside the Instant Pot®. Add oil, salt, and garam masala. Press Saute. Set time to 3 Minutes. Add chickpeas and zucchini, then stir.
  2. Add the water. Close and lock the Instant Pot® lid. Make sure the steam release handle is turned to Sealing. Press Pressure Cook, pressure level High, and set time to 38 Minutes.
  3. Once done, press the pressure release button to release all the air.
  4. Open pot lid. Serve in a bowl. Accompany with corn fajitas and add 1 tsp of plain yogurt.

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