Chole bhature Recipe
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Chole Bhature is a popular North Indian dish consisting of spicy and tangy chickpea curry (chole) served with deep-fried bread (bhature). The chickpeas are cooked in a flavorful onion-tomato masala along with aromatic spices, giving it a rich and hearty taste. The bhature are made from a soft dough of all-purpose flour and yogurt, which are deep-fried until they become puffy and golden brown. Chole Bhature is often enjoyed as a special breakfast or brunch item and is a favorite street food in India.
INGREDIENTS
Chole (Chickpea Curry):
- 1 cup dried chickpeas (chole), soaked overnight and drained
- 2 medium-sized onions, finely chopped
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes, pureed
- 2-3 green chilies, slit lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon amchur (dried mango powder)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
 Bhature (Fried Bread):
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt (dahi)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt to taste
- Oil for deep frying
INSTRUCTIONS
Chole:
- Heat oil in a pan or pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
- Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
- Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add soaked and drained chickpeas (chole) and mix until they are well coated with the masala.
- If using a pressure cooker, add water just enough to cover the chickpeas. Close the lid and cook for about 4-5 whistles or until the chole are soft and cooked. If using a pan, add water and cook covered on medium-low heat until the chole are cooked and tender.
- Once the chole are cooked, add garam masala and amchur. Mix well and cook for a few more minutes.
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Bhature:
- In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and oil. Mix well.
- Add yogurt to the flour mixture and knead to form a soft dough. Add water as needed to adjust the consistency of the dough.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a round or oval shape using a rolling pin.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadai. Fry the rolled dough one at a time until they puff up and turn golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the bhature from the oil and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
TIPS
- Soaking the chickpeas overnight helps in reducing the cooking time and ensures that they cook evenly.
- Adjust the spice levels according to your taste preferences. You can increase or decrease the amount of red chili powder and green chilies.
- For a healthier version, you can bake the bhature instead of deep-frying them. Brush them with a little oil and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) until they turn golden brown.
- Serve Chole Bhature with sliced onions, lemon wedges, and pickle for a complete and delicious meal.
- Garnish the chole with freshly chopped coriander leaves for added freshness and flavor.
NUTRITION VALUE
- Calories: 500-600
- Carbohydrates: 70-80 grams
- Protein: 15-20 grams
- Fat: 15-20 grams
- Fiber: 8-10 grams
