Kaalay Chanon Ka Saalan (Black Chickpea Curry)

Ingredients:

• Black chickpeas - 2 cups, washed and soaked overnight in 5,6 cups of water with 1/3 tsp baking powder
• Oil - 5, 6 tbsp
• Onion - 1, medium, sliced
• Tomatoes - 2, diced finely
• Salt - 1 tsp
• Red chili powder - 1 tsp
• Coriander powder - 1 tsp
• Cumin powder - 1 tsp
  
• Garam masala - 1 tsp
  
• Ginger garlic pastes - 1 tsp each
• Lemon juice - 3, 4 tbsp
• Cumin seed whole - 1 tsp

Method:

1. Heat oil on medium heat. Fry onions. When golden, add tomatoes. Make a chunky sauce. Add all the spices except garam masala. Fry for a few moments, and add the chickpeas. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for about an hour on medium-low heat. Cook until tender.
   
3. Sprinkle lemon juice and garam masala before serving.

* Serve with roti.