Whole Brown Chickpeas for Robust Kala Chana Curry and Tangy Chaat

TRS Brown Chick Peas (Kala Chana) - 1kg are whole dried brown chickpeas, also known as kala chana or desi chana. Their brown skin, earthy flavour and pleasantly firm texture when fully cooked suit spiced curries, tangy chaat and warm chickpea dishes. This 1kg pack gives you a versatile cupboard ingredient for cooking from scratch, from a tomato-based masala to a drier dish finished with lemon and coriander. These are uncooked dried pulses, not canned or ready-to-eat chickpeas.

Why Choose TRS Brown Chick Peas?

Kala chana is distinct from pale kabuli chana, with a darker skin and a robust bite that works well in dishes where the cooked chickpeas remain whole. Their earthy flavour pairs with cumin, ginger, garlic and coriander, while tamarind or lemon adds a contrasting tang. Cook a portion for a saucy curry, or drain the fully cooked chickpeas and toss them with a spice tempering for a drier side dish. The 1kg pack can be divided between different recipes or used for a larger shared meal.

Follow the current pack instructions for soaking and cooking, and cook thoroughly until tender before serving. For curry, simmer the cooked chickpeas in your prepared masala and mash a few into the sauce if you prefer a thicker gravy. For chaat and salads, use fully cooked chickpeas and combine with the dressing and fresh ingredients shortly before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Make kala chana curry with fully cooked chickpeas, tomato, onion, ginger and warming spices, served with rice or chapati.
• Prepare tangy chana chaat with cooked brown chickpeas, tamarind chutney, chopped onion, tomato and fresh coriander.
• Toss cooked chickpeas with lemon juice, roasted cumin and coriander for a simple warm chickpea dish.
• Use fully cooked kala chana in sundal with a mustard-seed and curry-leaf tempering, finished with grated coconut.
• Combine cooled, thoroughly cooked chickpeas with cucumber, peppers and a lemon dressing for a textured chickpea salad.

Product Details

Brand: TRS | Weight: 1kg | Type: Whole dried brown chickpeas (kala chana / desi chana)

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. After opening, keep the uncooked chickpeas in a sealed container away from moisture.

Allergens: Refer to the current product packaging for the manufacturer's allergen and cross-contact information.

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