Chole Puri Plate

Chole Puri Plate is a delightful North Indian meal featuring spiced chickpeas served with fluffy, deep-fried puris. This high-protein dish is not only filling but also packed with flavors that will transport you to the streets of India.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 200 grams (soaked overnight)
• Onion - 1 medium (finely chopped)
• Tomato - 1 medium (pureed)
• Ginger - 1 inch (grated)
• Garlic - 3 cloves (minced)
• Green chili - 1 (slit)
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish
• Whole wheat flour - 200 grams (for puris)
• Water - as needed (for dough)
• Oil - for deep frying

Steps

1. In a pressure cooker, add soaked chickpeas, 3 cups of water, and salt. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until tender.
2. In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
3. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Then add grated ginger, minced garlic, and slit green chili, cooking for another minute.
4. Stir in the tomato puree, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala.
5. Add the cooked chickpeas along with some cooking liquid, and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Adjust salt and add garam masala at the end.
6. For the puris, knead whole wheat flour with water to form a soft dough. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
7. Divide the dough into small balls and roll them out into small discs, about 5 inches in diameter.
8. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry each puri until they puff up and turn golden brown on both sides.
9. Serve the hot chole garnished with fresh coriander leaves alongside the puris.

Nutrition

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein due to chickpeas, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in fiber, aiding digestion and maintaining bowel health.

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