Simple Chana Masala in a Tomato Sauce

This is a simple, super fast, healthy and simple dish that I make a lot. My version is lighter in spices (not as much garam masala or oil) than usual recipes.  It has more of a tomato and onion base and I prefer using green chilli for heat versus the ground red chilli.

Ingredients:
Can of Chickpeas
Can of tomatoes diced
Half an onion sliced lengthwise - red or yellow onion (diced also ok)
Garlic 2 cloves diced
Fresh thai green chilli 2 slit (optional)
Spices: Turmeric powder (1/2 tsp), Coriander powder (2 tsp), red chilli (1/4 tsp; double if not using the green chilli), garam masala (1/2 tsp)
Milk 2% 1/4 cup
Sugar sprinkle
Cilantro for garnish

Sautee garlic and onion in 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil.  let garlic brown and onions brown slightly too.  Add the green chilli if using. Add all the dry spices. Sautee for one minute (without letting it burn).  Add the can of tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes. Add salt and sugar.  Add the chickpeas and simmer for 10 more minutes. Add the milk and simmer for 5 more minutes.  Sprinkle cilantro at the end or garnish with cilantro.
Serve with steamed rice or bread, raita (cucumber and yogurt) and potato chips. Delicious!!