Chole Bhature (or Chana Bhatura) is a popular North Indian dish made with spicy chickpea curry (chole) and deep-fried leavened bread (bhature).
It’s a hearty and satisfying meal, commonly eaten for breakfast or brunch in Delhi and Punjab, but enjoyed across India at any time of day, from street stalls to home kitchens.
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Chole Bhature – My Mom’s Recipe How to make Chole Bhature (Stepwise) Bhature Preparation (Stepwise) Troubleshooting Tips Recipe Q&A There are many variations of this dish. In some regions, the curry is spicier; in others, it has a tangy flavor.
The consistency also differs from slightly thick to semi-dry or dry depending on local style and personal taste. It’s typically served with sliced onions, pickles, and lemon wedges.
This Chole Bhature recipe has bold, spicy flavors and is my mom’s version. Unlike the other chana curry recipes I’ve shared on the blog, this one has a simple comforting taste. It’s not like the restaurant or dhaba versions, but it turns out very tasty and satisfying.
In this recipe, onions, ginger, garlic, tomatoes and green chilies are blended into a paste and sautéed with whole spices and ground spices until the masala releases oil. Cooked chickpeas are then added and simmered in the gravy until the flavors come together.
If you prefer the classic version made with freshly ground spices, you can also refer to my Punjabi Chole recipe.
If you’ve ever tried to reheat bhature or had them packed from a restaurant, you’ll know they tend to become limp and dense. That’s because they’re best eaten hot and fresh. Don’t worry my Bhatura Recipe is quick and manageable for home cooks.
The delicious curry also goes well with Poori , Naan , Kulcha , Aloo Kulcha or Aloo Paratha or Pav if you’re short on time. For an authentic Chole Bhature meal, serve with sliced onions, green chilies, and lemon wedges.
In our home, Chole Bhature an ideal weekend or holiday dish. It’s heavy, satisfying, and often leads to a good nap! While it is a traditionally a breakfast meal, we enjoy it any time of the day.
If you enjoy North Indian-style chickpea dishes, you might also like Pindi Chole or Amritsari Chole or Chana Masala .
For other variations, try Palak Chole with spinach or Aloo Chole with potatoes or Paneer Chole with paneer.
Looking for something simpler? This South Indian style Chickpea Curry is great for everyday meals.
How to make Chole Bhature (Stepwise)
Making Chole Bhature at home is easy if you plan a little in advance. Start by soaking the chickpeas, then prepare the chole curry and the bhature dough side by side. Here’s how to go about it, step by step.
Soak & Pressure Cook Chickpeas 1. First, rinse 1 cup white chickpeas a couple of times in water. Then soak them in enough water to cover them for 7-8 hours or overnight.
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