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Chole Bhature

Cultural Context

Originating from the Punjab region of India, Chole Bhature is a beloved dish that combines spicy chickpeas (chole) with fluffy deep-fried bread (bhature). Traditionally enjoyed as a hearty meal, it is often served during festivals and special occasions. In modern times, it has transcended regional boundaries, becoming a popular street food across India and even abroad, celebrated for its robust flavors and satisfying texture.

IndianINmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups chick peas
2 tbsp. black tea leaves
4 cups water
2 tbsp amchur (dry mango powder)
1 tbsp black salt
1 tbsp cumin powder
2 tsp red chilly powder
2 tsp garam masala
2" ginger
2 green chillies
1 cup oil
salt
2 cups flour
1 large potato

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans offer similar protein content with fewer calories.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with less fat.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Soak chickpeas in water overnight.

2

Drain and rinse soaked chickpeas.

3

Boil chickpeas in water with black tea leaves until tender, about 45 minutes.

4

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

5

Add roasted cumin powder, ginger, and slit green chilies; sauté for 2-3 minutes.

6

Incorporate amchur, black salt, red chilly powder, and garam masala; cook for 2 minutes.

7

Add boiled chickpeas and some cooking liquid; simmer for 10 minutes.

8

Mash some chickpeas for a thicker consistency; adjust seasoning with salt.

9

In a bowl, combine flour, boiled and grated potato, and salt; knead into a dough and let rest for 30 minutes.

10

Divide dough into balls and roll out into circles.

11

Heat oil in a deep pan for frying; fry rolled dough until puffed and golden, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingsautéingfrying

Equipment Needed

large potfrying panmixing bowlrolling pindeep frying pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Chole BhaturaChana Bhature

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