Ingredients

• 2 cans - chickpeas, drained
• 1 - large onion, finely chopped
• 2 - tomatoes, chopped
• 2 - green chillies, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp - ginger-garlic paste
• 4 tbsp - tomato puree
• 1 tsp - cumin seeds
• 1 tsp - red chilli powder
• 1 tsp - turmeric powder
• 1 tsp - coriander powder
• 1 tsp - cumin powder
• 3 tbsp - oil
• 4 tbsp - coconut milk
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• Chopped coriander - to garnish

How to Make Chatpata Channa Masala

• Sautee cumin seeds in hot oil till they start to pop.
• Add onions and green chillies and fry till tender.
• Add the tomatoes, ginger-garlic paste, tomato puree, salt and all the spices. Cook till tomatoes soften.
• Add about a cup of water, bring it to a boil and add coconut milk.
• Next, add the chickpeas.
• Cook covered on medium-heat for about 20-30 minutes till the chickpeas are done.
• Mash a spoonful of chickpeas to thicken the gravy.
• Garnish with fresh coriander. Serve hot with puris or parathas.