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3 Delicious Chhole Masala recipes you can try today
"I've never had Chickpea or chana". Ha! What a joke, you must be thinking. After all, who hasn't ever heard of these famous legumes? They are such an integral part of...
Ha! What a joke, you must be thinking. After all, who hasn't ever heard of these famous legumes? They are such an integral part of Indian cuisine that we food lovers just can't live without them. A rich source of iron, chickpeas are full of nutrients and taste so good… No wonder when anyone suggests chole bhature for dinner, our mouth immediately starts to drool. Many might think Chole is just a simple Indian dish, but oh boy! You're in for a spicy surprise. Here we're bringing recipes from across India to try not just one but 3 different types of Chhole masala for you to feast (AND a magic trick to make each of these in just 15 minutes!)."I've never had Chickpea or chana".
1. Amritsari Chole
Amritsari Chole is a spicy and delicious recipe that is very popular in Amritsar. They say if you have been to Amritsar and never tried Amritsari Chole with Amritsari Chole Kulche then you have missed a lot.
Traditionally, the large size chickpeas, known as Kabuli Chana, are used to make this dish. The spices and aromatics, when combined with boiled chickpeas, topped with coriander leaves, and ginger juliennes make it irresistible. Serve amritsari chole with kulcha or bhatura or puri or naan, paratha with lassi or pickle on the side, and you're sure to satisfy your taste buds. Here's the recipe (takes up to 2 hours):
Step 1. Dry roast all the spices (cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, cumin, dried coriander, dried red chillies, bay leaves) and grind them into a powder and mix them together.
Step 2. Soak chole overnight. Boil them with dried amla, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3. Heat oil in an iron kadai, add heeng and then add onion till golden brown. Add ginger, garlic, and chillies. Add tomatoes, turmeric, chilli powder, the powder made in step 1 and coriander powder.
Step 4. Once the masala leaves oil add in the boiled chole. Cook them without much water till they leave the oil. Press them gently to mash some of them to make them thick. Add amchur and a dash of tamarind water, salt, black salt, and water. Now let it boil and thicken up the chickpea stew.
Step 5. Check and adjust the seasoning, add diced potato, paneer, and chopped coriander to garnish.
Step 6. Separately heat ghee and add chilli powder, now add it to the chole and serve them hot.
With the recipe above, ideally, your Amritsari chole should be ready in approx. 2 hours. Seems exhausting? Too tired to make it? Hold on, don't just start searching for "Amritsari Chole" on Zomato or Swiggy yet. Because here comes our magic trick -
Skip steps 1,2,3 and 4 with just one single step. Just add CURRYiT Punjabi Kadai Masala to the pressure cooked chole and cook for 15-20 minutes. Garnish with ghee and coriander leaves and voila! Amritsari Chole is ready in 15 minutes, in the convenience of your own home. No preservatives, no artificial colors, no refined oil. Made with the goodness of desi ghee. Healthy khao boss!
2. Purani Dilli ke Chole (OUR Special)
Ah, Delhi – the city of monuments, history, and of course, mouth watering food! If Mumbai is the party capital, Delhi is the food capital of India. And at the heart of Delhi's culinary scene is the mighty Delhi-Style Chole.
Delhi Style Chole - Chickpeas Curry is a delectable recipe made in a deep dish by adding boiled chickpeas with lots of spices in a masala. This is the same as Amritsari Chole but in Delhi style. Delhi's chickpeas are bold, loud, and unapologetically spicy. One bite and you'll be screaming for mercy and asking for seconds at the same time. Don't forget to grab some bhature or puris for the full desi experience. Here's a quick 15-minute recipe for CURRYiT Special Purani Dilli ke Chole:
Step 1. Boil 300g chole/white grams in a pressure cooker with CURRYiT's magic pouch (which comes with the pack). But don’t forget to soak the chickpeas overnight first!
Step 2. Add Purani dilli ke Chole Masala in a pan, add water, and heat it.
Step 3. Add boiled chickpeas and cook for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with coriander leaves.
And it's THAT easy. Serve your mom this mouthwatering treat with bhature and she'll surely be impressed.
3. Punjabi Pindi Chole
Punjabi Pindi Chole is a delicious and hearty chickpea curry from the Punjab region of India. It's a flavor-packed dish that will make your taste buds sing with joy!
The chickpeas are slow-cooked to perfection in a rich and aromatic gravy, filled with a mix of warm spices like cinnamon, black cardamom, and bay leaves. Each bite is a burst of bold and robust flavors, making it a real treat for your palate. The best part is that you can enjoy it with soft and fluffy tandoori roti or naan, which adds an extra layer of yumminess to this delightful dish. Punjabi Pindi Chole is a true celebration of Punjabi culture and its love for hearty and soul-warming food. Here's the recipe:
Step 1. Dry roast all the spices (cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, cumin, dried coriander, dried red chillies, bay leaves) and grind them into a powder and mix them together.
Step 2. Soak chole overnight. Boil them with dried amla, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3. Heat oil in an iron kadai, add heeng and then add onion till golden brown. Add ginger, garlic, and chillies. Add the masala made in step 1, garam masala, turmeric, chilli powder, and coriander powder.
Step 4. Once the masala leaves oil add in the boiled chole. Cook them without much water till they leave the oil. Press them gently to mash some of them to make them thick. Add amchur and a dash of tamarind water, salt, black salt, and water. Now let it boil and thicken up the chickpea stew.
Step 5. Check and adjust the seasoning and garnish with chopped coriander.
Step 6. Separately heat ghee and add chilli powder, now add it to the chole and serve them hot.
Conclusion
Chole is very versatile and can be made into a variety of dishes all delectable and tasty in their own terms. However, if you're running short on time or you are simply inexperienced, don't be overwhelmed because CURRYiT is here to save the day. CURRYiT pastes are quick and easy to cook and ready in just 15 minutes. There are no preservatives, no artificial colors and is made with the goodness of desi ghee to satisfy the foodie as well as the health freak in you.
Remember, life's too short for bland food, so spice things up with these amazing chickpea dishes (OR with our authentic curry pastes hehe). We promise you a taste explosion that'll have you dancing the Chhole cha-cha-cha in your kitchen with these recipes. So, grab your apron, grab your pressure cooker, and surprise everyone in your family!
[Stop drooling and start cooking. Visit www.curryit.in to grab your curry pastes to save your time and energy] Happy cooking, folks!