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.

Allahabadi Chhole Bhature (इलाहाबादी छोले भटूरे)

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

  1. Pressure cook the soaked chickpeas with salt until soft.
  2. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
  3. Add chopped onions, green chilies, and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until onions turn golden brown.
  4. Add tomato puree, turmeric powder, chana masala, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates.
  5. Add the cooked chickpeas and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. 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.
  7. Divide the dough into small balls and roll out into discs. Deep fry in hot oil until puffed and golden brown.
  8. 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