how to make indian Chole Bhature

Here’s a recipe for Indian Chole Bhature:

For the Chole (Chickpea Curry): Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried chickpeas (chole), soaked overnight and boiled until tender
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon amchur powder (dried mango powder) or lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
2. Add chopped onions and green chilies to the pan. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
4. Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
5. Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Mix well and cook for a minute to let the spices release their flavors.
6. Add the boiled chickpeas to the pan and mix well with the spices. Cook for 5-6 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. Season with salt and sprinkle amchur powder or lemon juice. Mix well and simmer for another 5-10 minutes, adjusting the consistency of the gravy as desired.
8. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Remove from heat and set aside.

For the Bhature (Deep-Fried Bread): Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup semolina (sooji)
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• Oil for deep frying

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. Add yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix well. Gradually add water, a little at a time, and knead to form a smooth and soft dough. Cover the dough and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
3. Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over medium heat.
4. Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls. Roll out each ball into a circular or oval-shaped disc of about 4-5 inches in diameter.
5. Carefully slide one bhatura into the hot oil and press gently with a slotted spoon to help it puff up. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Remove the bhatura from the oil and drain excess oil on a paper towel. Repeat the process with the remaining dough.

To Serve Chole Bhature: Serve the hot and flavorful Chole (chickpea curry) with the freshly fried Bhature (deep-fried bread). You can also serve it with pickle, onion slices, and yogurt on the side.

Enjoy your delicious Chole Bhature!