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10-Min Chana Saag

Creamy spinach and chickpeas spiked with ginger, garlic, and garam masala—no yogurt, no cream, just coconut milk and a screaming-hot skillet. Ready in 10 minutes.

Total time
10 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
12g
10-Min Chana Saag
comfortsatisfyingindianvegetarianvegandairy-freechickpeascreamy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    Add ginger and garlic; stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Add chickpeas and garam masala; toss for 90 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer, about 2 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Fold in spinach until wilted, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot, preferably over rice or with warm naan.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • spoon or spatula

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