2 boneless/skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-size pieces)
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil (or coconut oil)
1/2 red or yellow onion (thinly sliced)
1 Tablespoon ginger paste (or 2 tsp minced fresh)
1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
1 large tomato (diced or small can diced tomatoes, drained)
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste for heat)
1 Tablespoon tomato paste (optional)
Salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup water
2/3 cup coconut milk (stirred *see note 1 below)
Fresh cilantro leaves (for garnish)