Malawian Chana & Potato Curry with Fragrant Rice – Authentic Malawi Recipe

Ingredients for Malawian Chana & Potato Curry with Fragrant Rice (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) tender chickpeas, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups cubed potatoes, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup spiced tomato-onion gravy and basmati rice
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with coriander
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Malawi seasoning (cumin, turmeric, garlic, ginger, fresh cilantro)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Heat oil in a heavy Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high heat; brown tender chickpeas for 5 minutes.
2. Add minced onion, garlic, coriander, and cumin, turmeric, garlic, ginger, fresh cilantro, stirring for 2 minutes until deeply aromatic.
3. Add cubed potatoes and pour in the braising liquid; bring to a lively simmer.
4. Cover and braise over medium-low heat for 20–22 minutes until meltingly tender and the sauce is rich and glossy.
5. Stir in spiced tomato-onion gravy and basmati rice right before serving warm.