Heat oil on a medium flame in a big pan. Add the cumin and asafetida, fry for 30 seconds. Add the ginger and garlic, saute for 40-50 seconds. Add the chopped oniond and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the tomato puree, water, salt,turmeric, cayenne, and chole masala. Mix everything.
Add the garbanzo beans and cook for 3-4 minutes. The sauce will thicken a little but won't be thick.
Add the tortilla chips. Lower the flame, combine thoroughly such that the chips are coated thoroughly with chole salsa.
Remove from the flame. Sprinkle cilantro.
Serve with drizzle of green chutney, paneer cheese/vegan cashew cheese, and/or yougurt/plant based yogurt.