Instant Pot Chana Masala

This is a classic Indian dish. It is famous not only in India but all over Asia. It is a very heavy dish which makes you feel full. It works well even if you take it for lunch or dinner.

Instant Pot Chana Masala

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: Chana Masala, chickpeas, coconut milk

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 onion diced
• 2 garlic cloves chopped
• 1 tbsp oil
• 2 tsp coriander
• 2 tsp garam masala
• 2 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 2 cans chickpeas rinsed
• 3 tomatoes diced
• 1 can coconut milk
• salt to taste
• pepper to taste

Instructions

• Select sauté from the instant pot. 
• Add oil in it and let it heat for a while.
  
• Add garlic, onions and stir well. 
  
• Turn it off.
  
• Set the instant pot to “Manual” at high pressure for 15 minutes.
  
• Add all other spices and mix well. 
  
• Add tomatoes, chickpeas, coconut milk and stir it well. Lock the lid and close the steam valve, let it cook.
  
• After 15 minutes, release steam valve and open the lid. 
  
• Add salt and pepper to taste.
  
• Serve with naan or rice and enjoy.