Chana Masala

Ingredients

• 2 cans (15 ounces each) of chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or about 3 cups cooked chickpeas)
• 1/4 c canola oil (or your favorite oil)
• 1 large onion, finely sliced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, minced (or use ginger powder)
• 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to your spice preference)
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 4-5 green cardamom pods
• 4-5 cloves
• 1-2 small pieces of star anise
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• Fresh cilantro for garnish
• Lemon wedges for serving