Chana Saag
This Chana Saag is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring protein-rich chickpeas and nutrient-packed spinach. It’s simple to make, satisfying, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 229kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or vegetable broth for oil-free)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch piece of ginger (minced)
- 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 large bunch fresh spinach (about 6 cups, roughly chopped)
- 1 cup canned or cooked chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare the aromatics:
- Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and toast for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sauté onions and spices:
- Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden. Stir in the garlic, ginger, turmeric, and coriander, and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Cook the spinach:
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until the spinach is wilted and tender.
Add chickpeas and coconut milk:
- Stir in the chickpeas and pour in the coconut milk. Mix well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Finish with garam masala and lemon:
- Stir in the garam masala and season with salt. Simmer for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat and add the lemon juice for brightness.
Serve:
- Enjoy warm over rice, quinoa, or with flatbread.
Nutrition
Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 315mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 43IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 3mg