Easy Chana Masala | Neora Blog

Ingredients

• 6 cloves garlic
• 1-2 inch pieces fresh ginger, peeled
• 2-3 fresh jalapenos with seeds, or substitute serrano peppers for more spice
• 1 tbsp sunflower oil, or substitute coconut oil
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 3 tbsps coconut oil
• 1 white onion, diced
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 tbsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 - 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
• 1 28-oz can pureed or diced tomatoes
• 2 15-oz cans chickpeas, drained
• 1-2 tsps tamarind paste, or substitute lemon juice
• 2-3 tsps coconut sugar, or sub sugar
• Optional: 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped