Halal Indian Style Chickpea Masala (Chana Masala) - Easy Stovetop

• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained/rinsed (or 1.5 cups dried, soaked & cooked)
• 2 tbsp neutral oil or ghee
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1-2 green chilies, slit
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2-3 tomatoes, pureed (or 1 cup canned crushed)
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1-2 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1-2 tsp garam masala or chana masala powder
• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder (adjust for heat)
• Salt to taste
• 1-2 cups water
• Fresh cilantro, lemon wedges, optional kasoori methi for garnish

1. 1Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds; let splutter.
2. 2Add onion; sauté until golden (7-8 min). Add ginger-garlic and chilies; cook 2-3 min.
3. 3Stir in spice powders; roast 30 sec. Add tomato puree; cook until oil separates (~5-7 min).
4. 4Add chickpeas, salt, and water. Simmer covered 20-25 min until thickened and flavorful. Mash a few chickpeas for creaminess.
5. 5Garnish with cilantro and lemon. Serve with rice, naan, or roti.

Nutrition values are estimates.