Chole Bhature

Indulge in the ultimate North Indian comfort food with this classic recipe for *Chole Bhature*! This iconic combination features spicy, tangy, and perfectly seasoned chickpea curry (*chole*) paired with soft, golden, deep-fried bread (*bhature*) that puffs up irresistibly when cooked. The rich and aromatic flavors of the chole come from a medley of spices like cumin, garam masala, and chole masala, enhanced by the tang of amchur (dried mango powder). The bhature, made with a dough of all-purpose flour, semolina, and yogurt, delivers a delightful balance of lightness and chewiness. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or any special occasion, serve this irresistible duo with sliced onions, lemon wedges, and a sprinkle of fresh coriander for a truly authentic Indian dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup chickpeas (chole)
• 4 cups water
• 2 black tea bags
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 4 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 2 medium tomatoes, pureed
• 2 tablespoons chole masala
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon amchur (dried mango powder)
• 2 tablespoons coriander leaves, chopped
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons semolina
• 0.5 cup yogurt
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 cup water, for dough
• 4 cups oil, for deep frying

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and soak chickpeas in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.

Step 2

Drain the chickpeas and add them to a pressure cooker with 4 cups of water, tea bags, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 3

Pressure cook for 20 minutes until the chickpeas are soft. Remove the tea bags and set aside.

Step 4

Heat 4 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

Step 5

Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

Step 6

Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for a minute.

Step 7

Stir in the tomato puree and cook until oil separates from the mixture.

Step 8

Add chole masala, red chili powder, and remaining salt, stir well, and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Add the cooked chickpeas, mix well, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 10

Add garam masala and amchur powder, adjust salt to taste, and garnish with coriander leaves.

Step 11

For bhature, in a bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, semolina, baking powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Step 12

Add yogurt to the flour mixture and knead into a dough, adding water gradually as required.

Step 13

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 14

Divide dough into equal portions and roll each into a ball.

Step 15

Roll out each ball with a rolling pin into circular disks, about 6 inches in diameter.

Step 16

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat for frying.

Step 17

Fry the rolled-out bhature one at a time, pressing down with a spatula to puff up. Cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides.

Step 18

Serve the hot and fluffy bhature with spicy chole, accompanied by sliced onions and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3019.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10654.3

Total Fat 1016.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 138.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 7.3mg	0%
Sodium 5271.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 351.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.5g	0%
Total Sugars 34.7g
Protein 65.2g	0%

Vitamin D 58.8IU	0%
Calcium 553.3mg	0%
Iron 26.5mg	0%
Potassium 2103.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.6%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 13.0%