Making Chole? Try This Simple Recipe Without Onion And Garlic

By Suprita Mitter

October 22, 2024

This is a perfect recipe for those who are fasting or avoiding onion and garlic. Cooking chole without onion and garlic can still result in a flavourful and aromatic dish. The combination of tomato, ginger, and spices creates a delicious and lighter curry.

Ingredients

1 cup dried chickpeas 2 tomatoes, pureed 1 green chilli 1 inch ginger, grated 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp cumin powder

Ingredients

1 tsp garam masala 1 tsp red chilli powder ½ tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp amchur (dry mango powder) Fresh coriander leaves 2 tbsp oil Salt Water 

Step 1

Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas. Pressure cook with salt and water for about 4-5 whistles.

Step 2

Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and allow them to crackle. Add grated ginger and sauté for a minute.

Step 3

Pour in the pureed tomatoes, green chilli, and cook until the oil separates from the mixture.

Step 4

Add turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and garam masala. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the cooked chickpeas along with the water. Stir and simmer for 10-15 minutes then ddd amchur. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.