Ingredients

  • 2 cans (16 oz.) chickpeas
  • 1 Tbsp. oil
  • 1 tsp. turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced

Method

  • Heat oil; stir in spices and allow to heat 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in chickpeas and enough of liquid to cover.
  • Stir well.
  • Mash some of the beans with a potato masher.
  • Cook until thick. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in lemon juice, chopped cilantro and tomatoes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Serve hot or at room temperature.
  • Serves 4 to 6.