Allahabadi Chhole Bhature (इलाहाबादी छोले भटूरे)
इलाहाबादी छोले भटूरे (Allahabadi Chhole Bhature) is a popular dish from the Uttar Pradesh Cuisine, known for its spicy and tangy flavors. It consists of spicy chickpeas served with deep-fried bread, making it a delicious and filling meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chickpeas, soaked overnight
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 3 tomatoes, pureed
- 2 green chilies, slit
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon chana masala
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Pressure cook the soaked chickpeas with salt until soft.
- Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions, green chilies, and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until onions turn golden brown.
- Add tomato puree, turmeric powder, chana masala, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates.
- Add the cooked chickpeas and simmer for 10 minutes.
- For the bhature, mix all-purpose flour, yogurt, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Knead into a soft dough and let it rest for 2 hours.
- Divide the dough into small balls and roll out into discs. Deep fry in hot oil until puffed and golden brown.
- Serve the hot chhole with bhature and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 12g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Pressure Cooker Frying Pan Rolling Pin Mixing Bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting Board Measuring Spoons Measuring Cups
Serving suggestions
Serving Suggestions: Serve the Allahabadi Chhole Bhature with a side of sliced onions, green chilies, and a tangy tamarind chutney.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the spice levels according to your preference. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tanginess.
Cost
$10