Crispy Chana is a crispy savory snack. Crunchy and spicy and the best munch for the drizzle with a Hot Cup of Tea or Coffee. Anyone who tastes this Crispy Chana would not resist not asking for more and the recipe too.
Soak 1 cup of Chana Dal (Chickpeas) overnight or at least for 5 to 6 hours with ½ teaspoon of Salt and a pinch of Baking Soda.
Then dry the soaked Chickpeas for at least 1 to 2 hours on a cotton cloth to take off the moisture.
After they dry well, will deep fry them till crisp and brown. Deep fry them in batches.
Heat oil in a pan for deep frying the Chickpeas.
Add Chickpeas to the heated oil and place a lid as they splutter, on medium flame. Fry them till brown and crispy.
After some time take off the Chana and place them on a sieve or paper napkin to take-off the excess oil.
Take the deep fried Chana in a bowl now and add 1 ½ teaspoon Red Chili Powder, 1 a teaspoon of Salt or as needed, and add 1 teaspoon of Chat Masala to it.
Mix them all and our crispy and crunchy Chana is ready. Enjoy the spicy munch.