Name: Chana Masala
Ingredients: 1 15 oz can of chick peas, rinsed and drained; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 tsp whole cumin seeds; 1½ tsp cumin powder; 1 tsp coriander powder; ½ Tbsp turmeric powder; 1-2 tsp chili powder; 2 tsp salt; 1 Tbsp tomato paste; 1 tsp cilantro, chopped for garnish

By Anita Alamshaw

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This is one of the iconic dishes of Indian cuisine, and for good reason! The fragrant blend of spices—cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder—give it a bold, complex flavor that I could enjoy all day long.

Gluten Free Low Sugar Nut Free Soy Free

Ingredients

1 15 oz can of chick peas, rinsed and drained
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tsp whole cumin seeds
1½ tsp cumin powder
1 tsp coriander powder
½ Tbsp turmeric powder
1-2 tsp chili powder
2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp cilantro, chopped for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat water in a non-stick pan (medium heat) and add: whole cumin seeds, onions and garlic. Sauté until golden brown.
2. Add tomatoes to mixture and sauté until it starts to form a gravy.
3. Add chick peas along with all remaining ingredients: cumin powder, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and tomato paste.
4. Mix well, over low-medium heat, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
6. Can be served with: Brown Rice, Tortillas or Indian breads (Naan/Roti/Chapati)