Chole (Indian Spiced Chickpeas, Vegetarian)
Chole (Indian Spiced Chickpeas, Vegetarian) features tender chickpeas simmered in a tomato base infused with star anise, garam masala, cumin, and coriander for a warmly layered flavor. The sauce is gently thick and aromatic, with hints of ginger and garlic that balance mild heat from chile powder. Serve it for a cozy dinner alongside rice, naan, or parathas, and enjoy leftovers for lunch the next day.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, and star anise, and continue sautéing until just fragrant. Add the chickpeas, tomato sauce, water, chile powder, garam masala, salt, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and clove. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until the chickpeas begin to soften, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 2
Mash some of the chickpeas in the pot to make the sauce chunkier. Cover and keep simmering, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld, about 15 minutes. Remove the star anise and clove before serving.
- Calories 173.25 kcal Moderate
- Protein 5.52 g Moderate
- Carbs 24.57 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.13 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.27 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.99 mg Low Source
- Sodium 454.12 mg Moderate
- Fiber 4.98 g Moderate
- Sugar 4.95 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 1.25 g Low Source
- Calcium 58.08 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.67 mg Low Source
- Potassium 229.99 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 333.84 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 5.4 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Chole (Indian Spiced Chickpeas, Vegetarian) is an Indian side dish recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chili Powder, Crunchy Chickpeas, Fresh Ginger, and Garam Masala. Each serving provides about 173.25 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chole (Indian Spiced Chickpeas, Vegetarian)?
- It is an Indian recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Chole (Indian Spiced Chickpeas, Vegetarian) made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Powder, Crunchy Chickpeas, Fresh Ginger, Garam Masala, Ground Coriander. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chole (Indian Spiced Chickpeas, Vegetarian)?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 173.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chole (Indian Spiced Chickpeas, Vegetarian) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 15 ingredients and 2 steps.
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