Chole Bhature Recipe: A Flavorful North Indian Dish | Delicious Savory Secrets

Welcome to "Delicious Savory Secrets"! Today, we have an irresistible recipe for Chole Bhature, a classic North Indian dish that will surely tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to dive into a plate full of flavorful chickpea curry, accompanied by fluffy and crispy deep-fried bread. 

Chole Bhature Recipe:

Ingredients:

For Chole (Chickpea Curry):

• 1 cup dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
• 2 medium-sized onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
• 2 green chilies, slit
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• Lemon wedges for serving

For Bhature (Deep-fried Bread):

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup semolina
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Water as needed
• Oil for deep frying

Instructions:

1. Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas. In a pressure cooker, add the chickpeas, salt, and enough water to cover them. Cook for 4-5 whistles or until the chickpeas are tender. Set aside.
2. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and slit green chilies. Cook for a minute.
4. Add tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala.
5. Add the cooked chickpeas along with their cooking liquid. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Adjust the consistency by adding water if necessary. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
6. To make the bhature dough, combine all-purpose flour, semolina, baking powder, sugar, yogurt, and oil in a mixing bowl. Gradually add water and knead into a smooth and elastic dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
7. Divide the dough into small portions and roll them into round discs, about 1/4 inch thick.
8. Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Fry the rolled bhature one at a time until they puff up and turn golden brown on both sides. Drain excess oil on a paper towel.
9. Serve the hot and spicy chole with fluffy bhature, garnished with fresh coriander leaves. Accompany with lemon wedges for a tangy touch.

Tips and Variations for Perfect Chole Bhature:

♦ For extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of amchur (dried mango powder) or anardana powder (dried pomegranate seed powder) to the chickpea curry.

♦ To make the bhature healthier, you can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour or combine the two in equal proportions.

♦ Adjust the spice level according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of red chili powder or green chilies.

♦ To make the bhature more flavorful, you can add a pinch of ajwain (carom seeds) or kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) to the dough.

Serving Suggestions and Accompaniments:

♦ Chole Bhature is best enjoyed with some pickles, such as mango pickle or mixed vegetable pickle, which complement the dish's flavors.

♦ You can also serve it with a side of sliced onions, green chilies, and lemon wedges for a refreshing and tangy element.

Thank you for joining us for this delightful Chole Bhature recipe! Stay tuned for more mouthwatering dishes and culinary secrets here at "Delicious Savory Secrets." Happy cooking