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Chole – Punjabi Chickpea Curry

Chole, also known as Chana Masala, is a Punjabi-style curry made with chickpeas, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. It’s a hearty, protein-rich vegetarian curry loved across India.
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Prep Time 8 hours
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: North Indian, Punjabi
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:
  • 2 cups chickpeas soaked overnight
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 tomatoes pureed
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp chole masala / garam masala
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Pressure cook chickpeas until soft (20-25 min).
  2. Heat oil, add cumin seeds, onions, sauté until golden.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste, tomato puree, spices, cook till oil separates.
  4. Add boiled chickpeas with water, simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Garnish with coriander leaves.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
  • Best served with bhature (Chole Bhature).
  • Can also be enjoyed with puri, chapati, or jeera rice.
  • Add pickled onions and green chili for an authentic touch.