Chana Masala

Ingredients

• 2 cans (15oz) Chickpeas
• 1 large Onion
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
• 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds until they sizzle.

2. 2

   Add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

3. 3

   Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, chili powder, and coriander powder. Cook until tomatoes soften and oil starts to separate.

5. 5

   Add drained chickpeas and 1 cup of water. Stir well.

6. 6

   Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, lightly mashing a few chickpeas to thicken the gravy.

7. 7

   Stir in garam masala and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.