Chana Masala (Chickpea Curry)

Directions

• 1)

  In a 12-inch saucepan, heat oil over medium heat until reflected light shimmers.

• 2)

  Add onion and let get glassy and brown around the edges

• 3)

  Add garlic, ginger and jalapeno until ingredients soften and oil is infused with their scent.

• 4)

  Reduce heat to medium-low and add cayenne and turmeric, stirring, about 1 minute.

• 5)

  Add tomatoes and cook until they start to break down.

• 6)

  Add chickpeas.

• 7)

  Stir in curry paste, salt, lemon juice and paprika.

• 8)

  Cover and reduce heat to low and simmer 20 minutes

• 9)

  Transfer to a bowl and serve.