Bhatura with chole is an exquisite North Indian dish which involves a mixture of spicy chickpea curry along with deep-fried bread referred to as bhatura. Bhatura with chole is a common delicacy served at various hotels, street foods shops, and home-made kitchens in India. The combination of bhatura and chole gives a delectable and wholesome taste.
Chickpea curry is made using onions, tomatoes, and many other flavorful spices which help make it tasty and colorful. Chole Bhatura can be served with a variety of accompaniments such as pickles, sliced onions, and yogurts depending on when the dish is being consumed; either for breakfast, lunch, or any other occasion.
Ingredients
- For Chole
- 2 cups of chickpeas (pre-soaked overnight)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (grounded)
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt as per requirement
- For bhatura
- 2 cups of flour
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt as per requirement
- Oil for frying
How to Prepare Chole Bhatura
- Preparation of Chole: Cook the soaked chickpeas in a pressure cooker till they become soft.
- Preparation of Chole Masala: Heat some oil in a pan, throw in cumin seeds, and roast them until golden brown. Add onions and sauté until it turns golden. Add the ground tomatoes, turmeric powder, chilli powder, and garam masala and allow it to cook until the oil separates.
- Add Chickpeas: Stir in the softened chickpeas and mix them well with the masalas and allow it to boil for another ten minutes.
- Bhatura Dough Preparation: Mix all-purpose flour, yogurt, baking soda, salt and make dough.
- Deep-Fry the Bhatura: Make balls out of the prepared dough and fry in hot oil till puffed up and golden in color.
Conclusion
Nothing beats the comfort of tearing into a hot, puffy bhatura paired with a rich and robust chole curry. With this simple recipe, you can bring the vibrant flavors of India’s favorite street food directly into your own kitchen for an unforgettable weekend brunch!
