Chana, a versatile legume and a staple in Indian cooking, encompasses both the white Kabuli chana (large, light-colored chickpeas, Chole) and the smaller brown Desi chana (smaller, darker chickpeas). Its nutty flavor lends itself well to a variety of dishes, including Chana Masala, Chole Bhature, Falafel, roasted chickpeas (Daliya), spicy and tangy chickpea curry, chickpea flour (besan), and chana chaat.

Chana, a versatile legume and a staple in Indian cooking, encompasses both the white Kabuli chana (large, light-colored chickpeas, Chole) and the smaller brown Desi chana (smaller, darker chickpeas). Its nutty flavor lends itself well to a variety of dishes, including Chana Masala, Chole Bhature, Falafel, roasted chickpeas (Daliya), spicy and tangy chickpea curry, chickpea flour (besan), and chana chaat.