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title: Chana Masala (Spiced Chickpea Curry)
servings: 4
prep time: 15 minutes
cook time: 30 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/chana-masala
---

Gather @chickpea{2%can}, @onion{2}, @tomato{400%g}, @cumin seed{1%tsp}, @ground coriander{2%tsp}, @ground turmeric{0.5%tsp}, @fresh cilantro{0.5%bunch} and @vegetable oil{3%tbsp}.

Sizzle the cumin seeds in hot oil until fragrant, then add the onions and cook until deeply golden, 8–10 minutes. ~{10%minutes}

Add @garlic{4%clove}, @ginger{20%g} and @green chili{1} and cook 1 minute, then stir in coriander and turmeric.

Add the tomatoes and a pinch of @salt{} and cook down until the oil separates at the edges, about 8 minutes. ~{8%minutes}

Tip in the chickpeas with 300 ml of water and simmer 12 minutes, mashing a few against the pan to thicken the sauce. ~{12%minutes}

Finish with @garam masala{1%tsp}, @lemon{1} juice and salt to taste.

Scatter with cilantro and serve with rice, roti or fried bread.