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Chole Bhature Recipe | Enjoy Breakfast for Rainy Day

Chole bhature

Chole Bhature Recipe (also known as Chana Bhatura) is a delightful North Indian dish that combines spiced chickpea curry with soft and fluffy fried leavened bread. It’s a perfect comfort food, especially on rainy days. Let’s dive into the recipe:

Chole (Spiced Chickpea Curry):

  1. Ingredients:
    • 1 cup dried white chickpeas (kabuli chana)
    • 3 cups water (for soaking)
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 2-3 tea bags (optional, for color)
    • 1 large onion, finely chopped
    • 2 large tomatoes, pureed
    • 1-inch ginger, grated
    • 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
    • 1 teaspoon garam masala
    • Salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
  2. Instructions:
    • Rinse the chickpeas thoroughly and soak them in water overnight or for 7-8 hours.
    • Drain the soaked chickpeas and discard the water.
    • In a pressure cooker, add the chickpeas, 3 cups of water, salt, and optional tea bags (for color). Pressure cook for 10-12 whistles or until the chickpeas are tender and well-cooked.
    • Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
    • Add grated ginger, minced garlic, and chopped green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
    • Add chopped onions and cook until they turn golden brown.
    • Stir in tomato puree, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates.
    • Add the cooked chickpeas along with their stock. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.
    • Simmer the curry for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Sprinkle garam masala and mix well.
    • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
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Bhature (Fried Leavened Bread):

  1. Ingredients:
    • 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)
    • 2 tablespoons semolina (sooji/rava)
    • 1 teaspoon sugar
    • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • 1/4 cup yogurt (curd)
    • Water (as needed to make a soft dough)
    • Oil (for deep frying)
  2. Instructions:
    • In a large bowl, mix all-purpose flour, semolina, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
    • Add oil and yogurt. Mix well.
    • Gradually add water and knead to form a soft, pliable dough.
    • Cover the dough and let it rest for 3-4 hours in a warm place.
    • Divide the dough into small balls and roll them into circles (bhature).
    • Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Fry the bhature until they puff up and turn golden brown.
    • Serve hot with the spiced chickpea curry (chole), sliced onions, green chilies, and lemon wedges.

Enjoy your homemade Chole Bhature! It’s a hearty and flavorful meal that’s sure to brighten up any rainy day. 😊🌧️

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