Aloo chana (or aloo channa) is an easy-to-cook recipe from Bihar that uses kala chana (black chickpeas / kaala channa) – the smaller, thicker-skinned sibling of the chickpea used in chana masala or hummus. Black chickpeas have an earthy, dense flavor and high fibre content, and are popularly used in Bihari cooking. This aloo chana dish is filling, a good source of carbs, protein and iron – besides being really tasty.
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Potato Adzuki Bean Curry
A hearty potato adzuki bean curry with a burst of Indian spices and flavors.
Aloo Gajar ki Sabzi: Potato Carrot Curry
When the crop gives you carrots, make aloo gajar ki sabzi. This filling vegetable curry of potatoes and carrots, with its hint of sweetness, pairs perfectly with Indian breads, raita and pickle on the side.
Anari Aloo: Potatoes in Pomegranate Reduction
No, this is not a recipe for silly potatoes. The anari in the title is अनारी not अनाड़ी , which implies ‘flavored with pomegranate’. I’m especially thrilled to share this recipe of anari aloo with you as it was something of a shot in the dark for me – I had no precedent or inspiration, and only followed a hunch that this way of pairing fresh pomegranate with potatoes would work.
Did it work? You bet it did!
Khad ki Sabzi: Yam, Carrot, Potato Medley
I normally steer clear of over-the-top superlatives, but I have to make an exception for khad ki sabzi – this is truly THE BEST recipe I have discovered in a long time. A few simple vegetables cooked in ghee and lemon juice – and the effect is magic!
Stuffed Tomato Curry – Vegetarian Party Menu Star!
Stuffed tomato curry – when you want that one special recipe to shine at your dinner table. With a rich sauce and a delicious spiced potato filling, this dish makes a striking vegetarian centerpiece for a party menu.
