Chana Masala

A fragrant North Indian chickpea curry simmered with tomatoes, onion, ginger, and warm garam masala spices.

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 whole onion, finely chopped
• 3 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 0.5 tsp turmeric
• 400 g canned chopped tomatoes
• 800 g canned chickpeas, drained
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Method

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and saute the onion until golden, about 8 minutes.
2. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
3. Stir in cumin, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric and toast for 30 seconds.
4. Add the tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
5. Add the chickpeas with a splash of water and simmer for 10 minutes. Season with salt, garnish with cilantro, and serve with rice.