Chana Masala (Spiced Indian Chickpeas)

Ingredients List

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1 tomato, chopped

• 1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped

• 4 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste

• 1 green chile pepper, seeded and chopped (Optional)

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 fresh bay leaves

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• 1 teaspoon coriander powder

• 1 teaspoon garam masala

• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder

• 1 pinch salt to taste

• water as needed

• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas

• 1 teaspoon fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish, or more to taste

Instructions

Blend onion, tomato, ginger, garlic, and chili pepper in a food processor until smooth to create a paste.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bay leaves and fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Stir in the paste and cook until the oil separates and turns golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Season with chili powder, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and salt; stir and cook until piping hot, 2-3 minutes.

Add enough water to the mixture to create a thick gravy; bring it to a boil and stir in the chickpeas. Lower the heat to medium and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until the chickpeas are warmed through. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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