{"product_id":"mdh-chana-masala-500-gm","title":"MDH Chana Masala 500 Gm","description":"\u003cp\u003eMDH Chana Masala 500g is the large-format value pack of MDH’s authentic spice blend specifically created for the beloved North Indian chickpea dish — chana masala (chole). This bold, tangy, aromatic blend captures the complex flavors of street-style chole bhature and Punjabi-style white chickpea curry. Available at Anoras Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic Chana Masala Spice Blend for Punjabi-Style Chole\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold, tangy, aromatic chana masala blend with characteristic amchur and pomegranate seed sourness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500g value pack — excellent for restaurants and households cooking chole frequently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe quintessential spice blend for Punjabi chole bhature and chana masala\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMDH — India’s trusted spice brand for authentic, restaurant-quality chole every time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd 2-3 teaspoons per 400g of cooked chickpeas for a classic Punjabi chole preparation. Sauté with fried onion-tomato-ginger-garlic base before adding chickpeas and cooking water. Use in pindi chole (dry chickpea preparation) for a bold, restaurant-style street food flavor. Season kidney beans or black chickpea (kala chana) preparations with this versatile legume masala.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes MDH Chana Masala different from regular garam masala?\u003c\/strong\u003e MDH Chana Masala includes souring agents (amchur, anardana\/pomegranate seed) and specific spice balances that complement chickpeas. It is tailored for the tangy-sour-earthy flavor profile of chole and would not work as a substitute for garam masala in other dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use MDH Chana Masala for other legumes?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it works excellently with kidney beans (rajma), green chickpeas, black chickpeas, and even black-eyed peas for a consistent Punjabi legume curry flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I make restaurant-style chole at home?\u003c\/strong\u003e The key is slow-cooking soaked chickpeas until very tender, using a tea bag or dried amla in the cooking water for the characteristic dark color, and adding MDH Chana Masala to a well-fried onion-tomato-ginger base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packaged in a facility that may handle tree nuts and sesame. Check label for the most current information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MDH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001793454307,"sku":"67156153","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/MDH_chana_masala.webp?v=1781802854","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/mdh-chana-masala-500-gm","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}