Chole

Serves

2 people

Total Time

45 min

DIRAS Spices Required

DIRAS Turmeric Powder – 1/4 tsp, DIRAS Coriander Powder – 1.5 tsp, DIRAS Red Chilli Powder – 1/2 tsp

Ingredients

• 1 cup boiled chickpeas

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 2 tomatoes, pureed

• 1 tbsp oil

• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

• 1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste

• Salt to taste

• Fresh coriander for garnish

Method

1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them crackle for 10–15 seconds.

2. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown.

3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.

4. Add tomato puree and salt. Cook for 7–8 minutes until thick.

5. Add DIRAS Turmeric Powder, DIRAS Coriander Powder and DIRAS Red Chilli Powder. Cook for 1 minute on low flame.

6. Add boiled chickpeas and 1 cup water. Cover and simmer for 15–18 minutes.

7. Mash a few chickpeas slightly for thicker gravy.

8. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with rice or roti.

Garnishing: Finish with fresh coriander and serve hot.