Channa Masala: Healthy Indian Food Recipes
One of the most popular Indian foods is Channa Masala. It’s been a staple as it’s known for its spiciness and health benefits. Let’s talk more about how this dish has become so beloved!
What is Channa Masala?
India is sometimes referred to as The Land of Spices, so it’s no secret that this healthy Indian food is packed with flavor. Masala is a mix of spices that is ground up, usually into a powder or paste. That spice mix is then added to a tomato sauce base, along with other seasonings that really give it a kick.
In 2020, The Good Food Foundation listed Sambar Kitchen’s Channa Masala cooking sauce as a “Pantry Winner” among 2,000 other pantry items like mustards, jellies, and other sauces.
Health-Conscious Popular Indian Cuisine
Indian cuisine features healthy ingredients from vegetables to spices and this popular Indian food is no exception! Channa masala is most commonly paired with chickpeas (aka garbanzo beans) as a base, which have amazing health benefits.
Packed with nutrients, this superfood is an excellent source of fiber and protein. Additionally, chickpeas contain nutrients that can aid in blood sugar control, and digestion. And because of their high-fiber and protein make up, studies have also shown that chickpeas help keep your appetite under control.
The Sambar Classic Channa Masala
Want to cook this popular indian food at home? Follow our recipe below!
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2 T Olive Oil
2 Bell Peppers of any color, julienned
1 Large Yellow Squash, into quarter pieces
1 jar (16 oz.) of Sambar Kitchen Channa Masala Cooking Sauce
Fresh cilantro (optional)
1. First, heat your oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add peppers and yellow squash, and saute for 2-3 minutes, or until tender.
4. Stir in Sambar Kitchen Channa Masala sauce and heat to a simmer.
We recommend serving this over cooked rice for an authentic taste! For added flavor, sprinkle some fresh cilantro on top!
Ready-To-Eat Channa Masala
Sambar Kitchen is proud to be able to offer various different cooking sauces that are ready-to-eat, so that you can simply heat, serve, and enjoy. We hope you try all of our offerings, and enjoy them as much as we do!
