Chana masala

Method

1. If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight, covered, in a pan of lukewarm water. The next morning, drain the water and cover with fresh water. Add ½ tsp salt and boil until soft (about 1½-2 hours). Drain and set aside.
2. Put the garlic, ginger and chilli in a small bowl and mix together into a coarse paste.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat and fry the onion for 10-15 minutes until soft and starting to brown. Add the cumin seeds and the ginger, garlic and chilli paste, and cook for a few seconds. Add the tomatoes and stir for 2 minutes, adding salt to taste.
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4. Add the turmeric, chilli powder, garam masala, ground coriander and ground cumin and stir well to combine, then add the chickpeas and cook for 15 minutes. Stir in the chopped coriander and serve with a dollop of yogurt and lemon wedges to squeeze over.