Plant-based protein + ready in 90 seconds. Black Chickpeas Coconut and Green Chili: The inspiration for this dish is Kadala, a Kerala specialty made with black chickpeas cooked in a coconut sauce infused with black pepper and green chili. Known as kala chana, or black chickpeas, this variety has a rich, deep flavor. What is Everyday Chana? Chana is the Indian word for chickpea, the protein-rich bean that comes in tan and black varieties. We bring you our favorite chana curries, slow-simmered and seasoned with our carefully crafted spice blends. We could eat this Indian comfort food every single day, with flatbread, over rice, or all by itself. - Maya Kaimal, award-winning cookbook author.