Ingredients:
2 cups kalay channay (black chickpeas)
2 teaspoons chat masala
1 teaspoon khatai powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Preparation:
1. Soak the chick peas in warm water for several hours or overnight.Then wash and boil the chickpeas in plenty of salty water until tender but still retain their shape.Discard the water.
2. Combine all the ingredients and chickpeas in a large bowl and mix well with hands or with a wooden spoon.
3. Transfer to serving dish.Sprinkle more spices or lemon juice,if desire.
Variations:
Sliced green chilies, diced the onions and tomatoes can be added to the chickpeas
