very easy meal when you are short on
time.
- CHICKPEAS (CHANA): The chickpeas
available in the West are the large,
white variety. In India, we have two
varieties. The large, white type is known
a s kabuli chana. Most know what
kabuli chana is, but often buy it canned.
I double dare you to try it the way I
suggest cooking it in this book—from
dried. You will absolutely love the
texture and firmness. The second type of
chickpea is known as kala chana. This
smaller, tougher variety is available in
black and green. There’s no difference
in taste. It is absolutely delicious and,
according to my father, so high in protein
