Vegan option: Omit the optional Greek yogurt.

Gluten-free option: Serve with rice and omit naan.

Check labels: garam masala, canned tomatoes

Offer yogurt separately if provided and label it as milk-containing.

Chana masala

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• ½ teaspoon ground coriander
• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, grated
• ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• Heaping 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ cup water
• 1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
• 3 cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for serving
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, plus more for serving

For serving

• Cooked brown rice or white rice
• Whole milk Greek yogurt (optional)

Prepared components and optional additions

Greek yogurt (optional): Omit for the recommended vegan version; contains milk if used.

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Source: Love & Lemons