Chole
Channa or Chole this dish has many names but has one thing in common. It is an hearty dish to enjoy anytime and anywhere.
Course
Main Dish
Cuisine
Indian
,
Vegetarian
Keyword
hearty
,
vegan
,
vegetarian
Servings
Prep Time
2
people
30
minutes
Cook Time
1
hour
Servings
Prep Time
2
people
30
minutes
Cook Time
1
hour
Ingredients
1
can
chickpeas
1
small stub
ginger
1
Orange pekoe tea bag
2
tbsp
oil
1
packet
Guddi’s chickpea spice blend
Instructions
Step 1: Steep tea and set it aside
Step 2: Drain the can of chickpeas into a bowl
Step 2 (contd) Reserve the liquid (aquafaba)
Step 3: Mix Guddi’s chickpea spice blend with 3 tbsp of the aquafaba
Step 3 (contd) Mix it into a paste and set it aside
Step 4: In a food processor add ¾ cup of chickpeas
Step 4 (contd) Add ½ cup of aquafaba
Step 4 (contd). Blend into a paste
Step 4 (condt) Pour into a bowl and set it aside
Step 5 Julienne the ginger into thin strips
Step 6: Over medium heat add 2 tbsp of oil to a heavy bottom pan
Step 6 (contd): Add ginger and fry to a golden brown
Step 6 (contd) Remove and set it aside
Step 7: Add spice paste to oil, mix well
** Reduce heat to a Low/Medium and let cook for 5 minutes**
GUDDI’S COOKING TIP Cook spice paste until fragrant and the oil forms around the edges
Step 8: Add chickpea paste to mixture.
Step 8 (contd) Increase temperature to Medium/High
GUDDI’S COOKING TIP let it cook for 5 – 7 minutes
Step 8 (contd) Add remaining chickpeas
Step 9 Add ½ cup of the tea
GUDDI’S COOKING TIP Add more tea if you like it soupy
Step 9: Bring it to a rolling boil, and let it cook for approximately 7 – 10 minutes
Step 10 Turn of heat and let it rest for 5 minutes
Garnish with fried ginger and serve alongside Naan bread or enjoy on its own
Recipe Notes