Chana Masala

Ingredients

• • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained
• • 1 large onion, diced
• • 3 tomatoes, pureed
• • 4 cloves garlic, minced
• • 1 inch ginger, grated
• • 2 green chilies, slit
• • 2 teaspoons chole masala or garam masala
• • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• • 2 tablespoons oil
• • Fresh cilantro and lemon juice

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat oil, add cumin seeds until they splutter.
2. Step 2: Add onion and sauté until golden brown.
3. Step 3: Add garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Cook 1 minute.
4. Step 4: Add tomato puree and all spices. Cook until oil separates, about 10 minutes.
5. Step 5: Add chickpeas and 1 cup water. Simmer 15-20 minutes.
6. Step 6: Mash a few chickpeas for thicker gravy.
7. Step 7: Finish with lemon juice and cilantro. Serve with rice or bhature.