Low Carb Chole Bhature

Indulge in the bold flavors of India with this Low Carb Chole Bhature, a guilt-free twist on a beloved classic! This recipe combines protein-packed chickpeas simmered in a fragrant medley of chole masala, cumin, and garam masala with golden, crispy bhature made from almond flour and psyllium husk. Perfect for those following a low-carb or gluten-free diet, the bhature are light yet satisfyingly fluffy, thanks to a touch of Greek yogurt. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes and a focus on wholesome ingredients, this is the ultimate comfort food reimagined for healthy eating. Serve this hearty and flavorful dish as a show-stopping main course, finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon for that zesty kick. Perfectly keto-friendly and irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 large Onion
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon Garlic paste
• 1 Green chili
• 2 tablespoons Chole masala
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water
• 60 grams Greek yogurt (full-fat)
• 2 cups Almond flour
• 1 tablespoon Psyllium husk powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 cup Warm water

Directions

Step 1

1. To prepare the chole, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

Step 2

2. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown. Then add garlic paste, ginger paste, and chopped green chili. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 3

3. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.

Step 4

4. Stir in chole masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well for a minute.

Step 5

5. Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the pan and mix thoroughly with the spices. Cook for 5 minutes.

Step 6

6. Pour in 1 cup of water, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

7. Sprinkle garam masala and fresh cilantro over the cooked chickpeas, mix well, and turn off the heat. Set aside.

Step 8

8. For the almond flour bhature, combine almond flour, psyllium husk powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.

Step 9

9. Add Greek yogurt and warm water gradually, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes to allow the psyllium husk to absorb the moisture.

Step 10

10. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.

Step 11

11. Flatten each ball into a round disc between two sheets of parchment paper using a rolling pin.

Step 12

12. Heat oil in a deep pan for frying. Once hot, fry each bhature one at a time until they puff up and turn golden brown. Remove and drain excess oil on a paper towel.

Step 13

13. Serve the chole hot with fried almond flour bhature, and enjoy a delightful low-carb version of this classic dish.

Step 14

14. Optionally, garnish with extra cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1591.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2268.1

Total Fat 142.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 12mg	0%
Sodium 4695.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 63.1g	0%
Total Sugars 41.6g
Protein 82.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 867.7mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 2759.1mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 33.4%