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Chole Vegetarian Indian Chickpeas Recipe

A delicious and hearty vegetarian Indian chickpea dish.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Chickpeas soaked overnight
  • 1 large Onion finely chopped
  • 2 large Tomatoes pureed
  • 2 tablespoon Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon Red chili powder adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • 2 cups Water
  • 2 tablespoon Cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions 

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add ginger and garlic paste, sauté for another minute.
  4. Add pureed tomatoes and cook until the oil separates.
  5. Add turmeric, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
  6. Add soaked chickpeas and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until chickpeas are tender.
  7. Stir in garam masala and cook for another 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Chickpeas, Chole, Vegetarian
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