Chana Masala

This is an incredibly easy and super delicious take on chana masala.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Mission Trail Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 2 teaspoons grated ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
• 1 serrano pepper, minced (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 28 ounce can whole tomatoes
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Cilantro, greek yogurt and naan for serving

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, chile, and spices. Saute for 5 minutes until the onion is tender. 
2. Add the tomatoes and a can of water. Break the tomatoes apart with the back of a spoon.  Stir in the chickpeas and season with salt.  Simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Serve with cilantro, yogurt and naan.

Note: For a mild chana masala omit the serrano and cayenne 

Takes 25 minutes

Serves 4