Channa Masala

These are so great to have on hand when you need a convenient, but still healthy and tasty, meal.We tend to add a little extra seasoning to overcome that slight 'shelf stable prepared food' flavor that all food like this has, but I will happily eat it straight out of the package with no modifications too!Way faster than making our own curry and way cheaper than getting takeout. Many of the options are vegan too, which I really appreciate. I believe I've tried all the vegan varieties now, and they've all been great! The channa masala is my favorite :)Note: I believe my review falls under the vegetable korma variety, which to clarify is NOT vegan. They have since changed the product info to accurately reflect that, so I've changed my review to the above.

Love this flavor item. We cook butter chicken for dinner somewhat regularly and like to add several sides. This is the perfect side. Love it with the chicken and naan. I've had other similar sides but love the flavor of this one the best.The beans and lentils are very filling. If you don't eat meat or want a main dish with more plant protein this is perfect.

This product is definitely above average for its class. Because of the high heat and pressure involved in the canning process, none of these packaged meals are ever going to be of the same quality as a comparable frozen product. That being said, Tasty Bite is arguably the best in it's class when it comes to packaged Indian meals. I have tried a number of different brands and this one has the most flavor plus the best consistency. What you trade off in quality as compared to frozen versions, you gain in convenience, portability and storage. It is best served over rice, for which purpose I would strongly recommend the various packaged rice bowls available right here on Amazon. The combination of a two rice bowls and a package of this Kashmir spinach would make a very nice and satisfying meal for two people or else one very large, hungry and active person. When I say two people, I am not referring to two back-packers, two rock climbers or two of anyone who is engaged in an active day-long sport or venture. In those case, the caloric need will be high and each person is likely going to need two rice bowls and entire package of kashmir spinach plus some other high-calorie food for an evening mean. Adding 1-2 tsp of olive oil - stored in a separate plastic container - will improve the flavor as well as increase the calorie count for the backpacker or other sportsman. An adolescent or young adult male is probably going to require two packages and two rice bowls to be satisfied or else one of each and a heck of a lot of other food available. For an average working couple, however, who wants a quick dinner and who has other food around the house to supplement, this would be a good choice. It is also an excellent choice for lunch at work - just about every place of business has a microwave. The rice bowls can go directly into the microwave. This product is packaged in foil hence one would also need to also pack a microwavable container or bowl so as heat up the product. Many people stash a small plastic bowl and eating utensils in their desk draw or else in the break room cabinet such that just tossing a package of Kasmir Spinach and a microwavable rice bowl into the tote or briefcase works. Overall, I would recommend the product - and I use quite a bit of it, myself. I would simply caution the purchaser to be realistic and not hold it to the same standards as frozen Indian meals or restaurant-quality dishes. That being said, this product is overall quite good.

I've tried quite the variety of Tasty Bite products and I have to admit that in my opinion they have been consistent and very tasty indeed including items that I don't buy at the store. I've read the reviews on the madras lentils, spinach and paneer, coconut squash and many others and I agree and attest to the fact they are quick (just heat and eat) and quality MOST of the time. So far, rarely have I been unpleasantly surprised by food quality or what one could interpret as quality control issues. I too am leery of products I don't know much about, but my experience with this brand has so far, proven wrong. I still like trying different stuff just to see how it is, but I have my go to items I stick with. I do believe their quality control is taken seriously.

Yesterday, I made the tastiest lentil burritos in the world! Yes, and I do NOT love lentils! These packs are part of my emergency food collection. However, I ran out of breakfast yesterday and decided to try something different. Well, let me tell you, in a very short 10 min, I made the best brown rice spicy lentil breakfast burritos I've ever eaten! I keep a big bowl of grains cooked for each week. I grabbed my brown rice, added 1/2 of one pouch of lentils, to a large toasted burrito wrap I also keep for staples since you can buy 100 and they stay fresh forever, heated it up, added some fresh pickled cabbage I also make each month, a handful of mixed greens, feta cheese & onions, (takes no effort to make your own pickled cabbage, just a few ingredients thrown into a large glass jar or bowl) and WOW! Lentils do not need to be boring. The main thing I have learned here is about saying yes, instead of no to trying new tastes or foods I previously said no to, to consider trying newer options when they are available or present themselves. I used to say no to curry, well now I see I can have an open mind about using new spices I do not traditionally use and then start to use them myself.

Tasty Bite's Organic Madras Lentils are a convenient and delicious meal option. Ready in just 60 seconds, they offer a hearty blend of lentils and red kidney beans in a creamy tomato sauce. Certified USDA Organic, Non-GMO, and gluten-free, they cater to various dietary preferences. Perfect for busy days when you need a satisfying vegetarian meal without the hassle.

As a 40-yr Indian food partaker, I do like vindaloo. But would not recommend this to anyone trying Indian food for the first time, may be too spicy for them. But there are several other tasty variations to enjoy, courtesy this brand.

This curry is the real deal, hot and spicy! Do not purchase if you like mild flavor.