Chana Masala {Chickpeas in a Tomato Sauce}

INGREDIENTS

2 cans

chickpeas ((14-16 oz), drained and well rinsed)

red onions (, finely chopped)

3 cloves

garlic; minced/grated

jalapeño; deseeded and minced finely; more for added heat

green bell pepper; chopped finely

1 oz

can diced tomatoes

1 oz

can diced tomatoes

1 1/2 tsp

ground coriander

2 tsp

ground cumin

1/2 tsp

turmeric

1/2 tsp

chili powder +/- ((Indian, not Mexican))

1/2 tsp

ground ginger

1/2 tsp

garam masala

Olive oil

2 tbsp

salt; according to taste

1 tbsp

sugar; according to taste

1/4 cup

cilantro; divided in half

Juice of 1/2 a lime