Chole Bhatura: The Classic North Indian Comfort Food

Chole Bhatura is a popular North Indian dish made with spicy chickpea curry served with deep-fried bread known as bhatura. This delicious dish is widely enjoyed in restaurants, street food stalls, and homes across India. The combination of soft, fluffy bhatura and flavourful chole creates a satisfying and hearty meal.

The chickpea curry is cooked with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices that give it a rich taste and deep colour. Chole Bhatura is often served with pickles, sliced onions, and fresh yogurt. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or special occasions, this dish continues to be a favorite among food lovers.

Ingredients

For Chole

• 2 cups chickpeas (soaked overnight)
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste

For Bhatura

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Salt to taste
• Oil for frying

How to Make Chole Bhatura

1. Cook the Chickpeas
   Pressure cook soaked chickpeas until soft.
2. Prepare the Chole Curry
   Heat oil, add cumin seeds, onions, and sauté until golden.
3. Add Tomatoes and Spices
   Add tomato puree, turmeric, chili powder, and garam masala. Cook until oil separates.
4. Add Chickpeas
   Mix cooked chickpeas with the masala and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Prepare the Dough
   Mix flour, yogurt, baking powder, and salt. Knead into a soft dough and rest for 30 minutes.
6. Fry the Bhatura
   Roll the dough into circles and deep fry until puffed and golden.
7. Serve
   Serve hot chole with fluffy bhatura and sliced onions.