Shan Chana Masala is a spice blend crafted specifically for making chana masala -- the beloved South Asian chickpea curry. This chana masala features a tangy-warm flavour profile built on amchoor (dried mango powder), cumin, coriander, pomegranate seed powder, and garam masala that gives the chickpeas their characteristic sour-spicy taste and dark, rich colour.

Each Shan packet contains a pre-measured chickpea curry spice mix with cooking instructions. Shan is a globally trusted brand in South Asian food, known for consistent quality and authentic regional flavours.

Soak and boil dried chickpeas until tender, or use tinned chickpeas for a quicker version. Fry onions, add tomatoes and the spice mix, then add the chickpeas and simmer until the gravy thickens and the flavours merge. The dish should have a medium-thick gravy with a distinctly tangy kick. Serve with bhature (fried bread) for the classic chole bhature experience, or with rice, naan, or puri. Top with sliced onion, fresh coriander, and a squeeze of lemon.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Unopened packets keep their full potency until the printed expiry date. Shan Chana Masala is available from Hills Harvest alongside other south eastern asian spice blend options and bangladeshi spices -- halal grocery delivery across The Hills Shire, Blacktown, Parramatta, and Hawkesbury.