Fit Chana Masala – Indian Spiced Chickpea Curry

About this recipe

Method

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until golden, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric and chili powder and toast the spices for 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Pour in the pureed tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.

5. 5

   Add the chickpeas and half a cup of water, stirring to coat.

6. 6

   Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. 7

   Sprinkle in the garam masala and season with salt.

8. 8

   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.