Easy Chana Masala

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp oil (grapeseed, coconut, or avocado)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• ¾ tsp sea salt (divided)
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2-3 fresh green chilies, sliced
• 1 tbsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 can (28 oz) puréed tomatoes
• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, slightly drained
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 2-3 tsp coconut sugar
• 2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Heat oil in large pot over medium. Add onion, cumin, one-third of salt. Cook until translucent
2. Grind garlic, ginger, cilantro, chilies into paste (mortar/pestle or food processor). Add to pot
3. Add coriander, chili powder, turmeric. Stir to coat. Add more oil if dry
4. Add tomatoes, chickpeas, remaining salt. Add up to 1 cup water for soup consistency
5. Increase heat to simmer, then reduce to low. Cook uncovered 15-20 min until thick
6. Make garam masala if needed (see notes)
7. Taste and adjust seasonings
8. Remove from heat, add lemon juice and garam masala. Stir and let cool slightly
9. Serve over rice or with roasted sweet potatoes and broccoli