Chole Masala
Indian
Intermediate
Main CourseHow to Make Chole Masala At Home - A Classic North Indian Favourite
Chole Masala
65 mins
Cooking Time
Intermediate
Difficulty
30
Ingredients
Vegan
Diet
Chole masala, often referred to as chana masala, is a cherished North Indian curry that showcases chickpeas cooked in a zesty and spicy sauce crafted from tomatoes, onions, and a blend of spices. Originating from the Punjab region, this dish has not only captured the hearts of people in India but has also made its mark around the world, celebrated for its rich and robust flavours. Depending upon the region, there are myriad ways to make this dish. Whether savoured at lively roadside dhabas or during festive celebrations, chole masala truly represents the essence of Indian cuisine and pairs perfectly with various types of flatbread and rice.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
1 cupChickpeas
1Black tea bag
1Bay leaf
1Black cardamom
4Green cardamom
1 inchCinnamon
2Cloves
2 cupsWater
½ tspKashmiri red chilli powder
1 tbspChole masala
¾ tspGaram masala
1 tspCoriander powder
½ tspTurmeric
½ tspAmchur (optional)
1 tspKasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves, optional)
2 tbspOil
1 ½ cupOnions, finely chopped
1 (slit)Green chilli, optional
1 tbspGinger garlic paste
1 cupTomato pureed
as requiredSalt
1 inchCinnamon
2Cloves
1Bay leaf
2Green cardamom
1 tbspGhee
½ inchGinger, julienne
2Green chilli, slit
¼ tspHing
2 tbspCoriander leaves, finely chopped for garnishing