About
Chole Masala is a North Indian dish made with chickpeas, spices, and herbs. It is usually served with bhatura, a deep-fried Indian bread. The dish is also known as chole or chana masala. It is a spicy and tangy dish that is often served as a side dish or as a main course. The dish is made with a combination of spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and red chili powder. The chickpeas are cooked in a tomato-based sauce and then simmered until the sauce thickens. The dish is garnished with fresh cilantro and served with bhatura or other Indian breads.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
4.2
Fats
14.9
Carbs
5.7
Fibre
3.8
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Recipe
Ingredients
chickpeas (soaked overnight)
2 cups
large onion, chopped
1
tomatoes, chopped
2
ginger
2 tablespoons
garlic paste
coriander powder
2 tablespoons
cumin powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
oil
2 tablespoons
Salt to taste
chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
Drain the soaked chickpeas and pressure cook them with enough water for 3-4 whistles.
Step 2:
Heat oil in a pan and add the chopped onions. Fry till they turn golden brown.
Step 3:
Add the ginger-garlic paste and fry for a minute.
Step 4:
Add the chopped tomatoes and fry till they turn soft.
Step 5:
Add the coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, red chilli powder and turmeric powder. Fry for a minute.
Step 6:
Add the cooked chickpeas and mix well.
Step 7:
Add salt to taste and mix well.
Step 8:
Cook for 5-7 minutes on low flame.
Step 9:
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 127459 users have chowed down on Chole Masala a whopping 240621 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Chole Masala, our users are head over heels in august, but the interest cools down in january.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Chole Masala is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 127459 users have chowed down on Chole Masala a whopping 240621 times.
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