Chana Masala

I don't know how authentic this is, but it is
super easy.


2 tbs vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large clove of garlic, minced
1 tbs curry
1 tbs tomato paste
15 oz can of chick peas drained, reserving 3 tablespoon liquid
1/2 tbs lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh black pepper
crushed red pepper, optional to taste
1 tbs margarine or butter


Heat oil on medium high heat.
Fry onions until slightly browned.
Reduce heat to medium.
Add garlic, curry, and paste.
Stir and simmer about 2 minutes.
Add chick peas, liquid, lemon juice, salt,
and black pepper.
Simmer 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add red pepper to taste.
Add margarine or butter, stirring through to melt it.
Stir and simmer for 5 minutes more or until
peas are softened and dish is hot.
Serve over rice.