Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 onions, peeled and finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (reduce if that's too spicy for your tastes)
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cups coarsely chopped tomatoes (, canned or fresh)
  • 2 (19 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained

Method

  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook onions, stirring, just until they begin to brown; then add garlic and all spices and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Add vinegar and tomatoes and bring to a boil, then place mixture in your slow cooker; add chickpeas and combine well.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours, or until the mixture is hot and bubbling.
  • Serve with hot naan or pita bread.