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Chole
Chole, also known as chana masala, is a hearty and flavorful Indian dish made of chickpeas cooked in a spicy tomato-based sauce. It's a staple in North Indian cuisine, often served with bhature or rice.
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Recipe Instructions
- 1
Rinse and soak chickpeas overnight in water.
- 2
Drain the chickpeas and add them to a pressure cooker with fresh water. Cook until they are soft and tender.
- 3
Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and asafoetida, and let them splutter.
- 4
Add onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- 5
Add ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Cook for a few minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- 6
Mix in chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until oil begins to separate from the masala.
- 7
Add cooked chickpeas and a cup of water. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 8
Add garam masala and amchoor powder. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes.
- 9
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Ingredients list
- chickpeas (1 cup)
- water (as required)
- oil (2 tablespoons)
- cumin seeds (1 teaspoon)
- asafoetida (a pinch)
- onions (2 medium)
- ginger (1 inch piece)
- garlic (3 cloves)
- green chilies (2)
- tomatoes (2 large)
- turmeric powder (1/2 teaspoon)
- red chili powder (1 teaspoon)
- coriander powder (2 teaspoons)
- salt (to taste)
- garam masala (1 teaspoon)
- amchoor powder (1 teaspoon)
- coriander leaves (for garnishing)