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Chole
Cook soaked chickpeas until tender (or open a can and rinse). Keep some cooking water.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Chole take?
9 hr all in โ 15 min prep, 45 min cook, 8 hr rest. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
Medium heat.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Milk. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1ยฝ tsp.
What can I use instead?
Dried chickpeas โ Canned. Rinse well. Shorter simmer.
Any tips from this recipe?
A tea bag in the chickpea boil is an old colour trick. Fish it out. Amchur (dried mango) at the end is the sour if you have it; a squeeze of lemon if you do not.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.