Indian Chana Masala with Chickpeas

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can tomatoes, crushed
• 1 tablespoon chana masala spice mix
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Method

1. 01
   Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
2. 02
   Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 03
   Stir in the chana masala spice mix, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and red chili powder. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. 04
   Add the crushed tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oil begins to separate from the sauce.
5. 05
   Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the pan. Stir well to combine with the tomato mixture.
6. 06
   Pour in the water and add salt. Stir to mix, then cover the pan and simmer for 15 minutes over low heat.
7. 07
   Uncover the pan and continue to cook for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce, if necessary.
8. 08
   Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.