Chana Masala (Curried Chickpeas)

Rikki Asher

Rego Park, New York, US

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In New York City’s Lower East Side, there used to be two blocks of excellent Indian restaurants on East 6th Street. Over time, a number of these restaurants closed. Gandhi was a favorite. The menu featured Chana Masala. Their version tasted so authentic, I felt compelled to ask a waiter for the recipe. This easy side dish is greatly appreciated by my friends who love Indian food, and those few who don’t.