Dairy-Free Chole Bhature
Delight in the bold flavors of India with this Dairy-Free Chole Bhature recipe—a plant-based twist on a beloved classic! This mouthwatering dish pairs fluffy, golden bhature (fried bread) with a rich and aromatic chickpea curry, crafted with a medley of spices like chole masala, cumin, turmeric, and garam masala. Perfect for those seeking a dairy-free option, the recipe retains the authentic taste without compromising on texture or indulgence. With simple ingredients and step-by-step preparation, it’s a satisfying meal that’s ideal for gatherings or a comforting weekend treat. Serve it hot and watch your plate transform into a feast of irresistible flavors and textures!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chickpeas (canned or boiled)
- 1 large, finely chopped Onion
- 2 medium, pureed Tomatoes
- 1 inch piece, grated Ginger
- 4 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 finely chopped Green chilies
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 Bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons Chole masala
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
- 1.5 teaspoons or to taste Salt
- 3 tablespoons Oil
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups For Bhature: All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Oil for dough
- 0.75 cup Water for dough
- 3 cups Oil for frying bhature
Instructions
To prepare chole, heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and bay leaf, and let them sizzle for 30 seconds.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes golden brown.
Add ginger, garlic, and green chilies, and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the raw aroma disappears.
Stir in the pureed tomatoes and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
Add chole masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add the boiled chickpeas and water. Mix well and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Finish with garam masala. Adjust consistency with water if necessary. Remove from heat and set aside.
To prepare the bhature dough, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a mixing bowl.
Add 2 tablespoons of oil and mix into the flour.
Gradually add water to the flour mixture and knead into a soft, non-sticky dough. Cover and let the dough rest for 1 hour.
After resting, divide the dough into small balls.
Roll each ball into a 6-inch diameter disk using a rolling pin. Dust with flour as needed to prevent sticking.
Heat the frying oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Carefully slide the rolled-out bhature into the hot oil.
Fry until it puffs up and turns golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
Remove the bhature from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Serve the hot, fluffy bhature with the spicy chickpea curry.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 796.5 g | 1021% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.4 g | 567% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5244 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 359.1 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.8 g | 181% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 72.2 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2758 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
