1.Wash hands well with soap and warm water. Wash produce well and chop as directed.
2.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Once hot, add onion, garlic, ginger and green chili pepper. Sauté until golden, about 5 minutes.
3.Turn heat down to medium, add cayenne (if using), turmeric, paprika, and garam masala. Cook mixture for 2-3 minutes.
4.Add tomatoes, water, and chickpeas (Note: Be sure to scrape the spices from the bottom of the pan.) Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
5.Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice.
6.Serve hot with a dollop of plain yogurt over a bed of brown rice.
Note: For a spicier dish, add an additional chopped green chiles or cayenne pepper.
Ingredients
Directions
1.Wash hands well with soap and warm water. Wash produce well and chop as directed.
2.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Once hot, add onion, garlic, ginger and green chili pepper. Sauté until golden, about 5 minutes.
3.Turn heat down to medium, add cayenne (if using), turmeric, paprika, and garam masala. Cook mixture for 2-3 minutes.
4.Add tomatoes, water, and chickpeas (Note: Be sure to scrape the spices from the bottom of the pan.) Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
5.Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice.
6.Serve hot with a dollop of plain yogurt over a bed of brown rice.