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Chana masala

Today’s entry to the weekly marathon is going to be a quick one – chana masala which is a staple at our home.

1 cup black chana/desi chana, soaked overnight or for 6-8 hours and pressure cooked
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tomato, finely chopped
A few springs of coriander leaves, finely chopped
1 tsp of rai (mustard seeds)
1/2 tsp [...]

Jhaal Muri

For me, Calcutta is synonymous with jhaal muri. I had my first jhaal muri there and though the mustard oil taste was a bit strange at first, I fell in love with it. There were jhaal muri walas everywhere – at bus stations, inside local trains, at all cross roads. I never missed a chance [...]