The Chole Recipe You’ve Never Tried Before - This Is Chikker Chole

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being a healthier option.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Parsley is a fresh herb alternative, while dried coriander is more economical.

Soak chickpeas overnight in water.

Drain and rinse chickpeas before cooking.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

Stir in minced ginger and garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and green chili; cook until tomatoes soften.

Mix in coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add cooked chickpeas and stir well to coat with spices.

Pour in water to cover chickpeas; simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Stir in garam masala and salt; cook for another 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped fresh coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

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