Harbara Usal

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Ingredients

1 cup	fresh green chickpeas (harbara)
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 medium	tomato, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 pinch	asafoetida (hing)
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1 teaspoon	sugar
1 tablespoon	fresh coriander leaves, chopped
—	salt to taste
1 cup	water

Instructions

1. 1 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. 2 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
3. 3 Add cumin seeds and asafoetida, sauté for a few seconds.
4. 4 Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
5. 5 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
6. 6 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
7. 7 Add fresh green chickpeas and stir to coat them with the spices.
8. 8 Add water and sugar, bring to a boil.
9. 9 Cover and simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes until the chickpeas are cooked.
10. 10 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.