Ambala Chole Bhature Extravaganza

This is a traditional Punjabi dish that is typically served for breakfast or lunch. The chole is a spicy chickpea curry, and the bhature is a fried bread that is similar to a puri. The combination of the two is simply irresistible!

Chole bhature is a beloved Punjabi dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. The origins of the dish are unclear, but it is thought to have originated in the city of Amritsar in the Punjab region of India. Chole bhature is typically served as a street food, and it is also a popular dish to serve at weddings and other special occasions.

Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 60 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• Chickpeas (soaked overnight)
• Chole masala
• Onion (chopped)
• Ginger-garlic paste
• Green chilies (slit lengthwise)
• Red chili powder
• Garam masala
• Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat oil and sauté onion until golden brown.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, and sauté for a minute.
3. Add chickpeas, chole masala, red chili powder, and garam masala.
4. Stir well and add water to cover the chickpeas.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the chickpeas are tender.
6. While the chole is cooking, make the bhatura dough.
7. In a bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt, and oil.
8. Knead into a soft dough, adding water as needed.

Why It Works

• The combination of the spicy chole and the soft, fluffy bhature is simply irresistible.
• The chole is made with a variety of spices, which gives it a complex and flavorful taste.
• The bhature is fried in oil, which gives it a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior.