Middle+East-Appetizer

Ingredients

 * 1/2 cup vegetable oil
 * 1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
 * 2 teaspoons salt
 * 2 teaspoons chili powder
 * 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
 * 8 tomatoes, chopped
 * 8 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
 * 1/4 cup lemon juice
 * 4 onion, chopped

Directions
This recipe's Ingredients were scaled to yield a new amount. The directions below still refer to the original recipe yield of 5 servings.
 * 1) In a large pot over low heat, warm oil and cumin; heat until cumin turns a darker shade of brown.
 * 2) Add salt, chili powder and lemon and pepper seasoning; mix well. Stir in tomatoes; once the juice begins to thicken add in chickpeas and mix well.
 * 3) Add in lemon juice and mix well; add onions and stir until they become soft.
 * 4) Remove from heat and place into a serving bowl; serve immediately.