Authentic Chana Masala

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1. 1Step 1: Heat oil in a pan, add in mustard seeds and cook until they start to pop.
2. 2Step 2: Add in cumin seeds and cook until golden/fragrant, then add in onions, curry leaves, dried red chilli and cook until onions are translucent.
3. 3Step 3: Mix in garlic and ginger, cook for a few seconds or until the raw smell disappears.
4. 4Step 4: Add chilli powder, coriander cumin powder, salt and ground turmeric. Mix and cook for a few seconds.
5. 5Step 5: Pour in chopped tomatoes and tomato puree. Mix, then cover the pan with a lid and cook for 5 minutes.
6. 6Step 6: Add in chickpeas, mix and cover the pan with a lid and cook for another 5 minutes.
7. 7Step 7: Pour in water, mix, then bring to a boil. Once you see a few bubbles, bring back down to a simmer over medium heat. Cover with a lid and cook for 5 more minutes.
8. 8Step 8: Squeeze in lemon juice, add sugar and coriander. Mix and enjoy!