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Nutritional Values
300kcal
12gProtein
45gCarbs
6gFat
10gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Curried Chickpeas
How to order / say it
Say it
Chole — [CHO-leh]
Order
I'd like the chole, please.
Locally
Mujhe chole chahiye, kripya.
Say locally
A spicy curry-like dish made from boiled chickpeas and spices.
Why try it?
Chole is a quintessential North Indian dish and a staple in Delhi's diet, offering insight into the region's knack for transforming simple legumes into rich, flavorful dishes.
How it tastes
It is rich and tangy, with a spice profile that floods the palate. The chickpeas are tender, enveloped in a thick, spicy gravy that's best scooped up with naan or rice.
Origin & History — first documented: 1550
The dish dates back to 16th-century Punjab, initially a simple, hearty meal using local legumes spiced with herbs. Over time, it gained popularity as a protein-rich vegetarian alternative.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🫘 200 g chickpeas
- 🧄 100 g onion
- 🥕 150 g tomato
- 🧂 20 g ginger
- 🧂 10 g garam masala
- 🌿 10 g coriander
Method
- 1 Soak then boil chickpeas until tender.
- 2 Fry onion, tomato, and spices to form a base.
- 3 Add chickpeas and simmer until gravy thickens.
- 4 Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.
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