2 tbsp sunflower / canola / veg oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 tsp caraway or coriander seeds, whole 4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced 1.5 inches thick ginger or 2 inches thin, grated 2 tbsp +
masala mix or
chana masala mix powder (NOT garam
masala, NOT thai red curry,
etc.) 2 cans chickpeas, or 3 cups cooked chickpeas 1 small can or 1/2 large can diced tomatoes (ensure you get ones without extra spices) 1 bay leaf