1/2inchginger chopped(can be substituted with ginger paste, also optional)
4clovesof garlic peeled and chopped(can be substituted with garlic paste)
1/2teaspoonred chili flakes or 1 green chilito taste
salt to taste
1teaspoonChana Masala powder blend or Garam masalaOr 1 bay leaf and 1/4 teaspoon each of coriander powder, cumin powder, pinch each of cinnamon powder, cloves powder, cardamom powder, black pepper, nutmeg