Kelli Chana (Manipur Street Food)

Name: How to Make Kelli Chana (Manipur Street Food) | Easy & Delicious Kelli Chana (Manipur Street Food) Recipe
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: north-indian

#DS26 Kelli Chana is a popular street food from Manipur, a state in North East India. This spicy and tangy dish is prepared using white peas or chickpeas and traditionally served on lotus leaves or banana leaves, adding a natural fragrance. The name ‘Kelli Chana’ is said to be derived from a woman named Kelli, who first sold this snack under a tree, making it a favorite among locals. Kelli Chana is more than just a snack; it holds cultural and nostalgic value for many people from Manipur. It’s a staple at fairs, local markets, and social gatherings.

prep time 10 Mins

cook time 30 Mins

chef Deepa Rupani

Step 1

Soak white peas in hot water for 7-8 hours or overnight. Cook in water with salt until tender, then drain excess water.

Step 2

Heat oil, add bay leaf, ginger, garlic, and green chili. Sauté for 1 minute.

Step 3

Add onion and sauté, then add dry spices (except garam masala) and sauté for a few seconds.

Step 4

Add coriander stems and sauté briefly.

Step 5

Add boiled white peas and salt, mix well, and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add garam masala and lemon juice, mix, and turn off the heat.

Step 7

Serve hot.

Step 8

Notes:

Traditionally, chives are used, but coriander stems can be substituted.

You can pressure cook the peas, but be careful not to overcook them.

Calories 260 Kcal

Total Fat 3 g

Carbs 43 g

Protein 14 g

ESSENTIAL ITEMS

0.5 cup white peas (matar)

1 tbsp oil

1 piece bay leaf

1 piece onion (chopped into slices)

1 tsp finely chopped garlic

1 tsp finely chopped ginger

1 tsp finely chopped green chilies

0.5 tsp turmeric powder

0.5 tsp cumin powder

0.5 tsp coriander powder

1 tsp red chili flakes

0.25 tsp garam masala (optional)

1 handful chopped coriander stems

1 tbsp lemon juice

as per taste salt

Recipe by:

Deepa Rupani

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