Prep Time: 10–12 Hours (Soaking)
Cook Time: 50 Minutes
Total Time: 11 Hours
Servings: 4–5
Ingredients
For Boiling the Chickpeas
- 2 cups Kabuli Chana (White Chickpeas)
- 5 cups Water
- 2 Black Tea Bags (or 1 tbsp tea leaves tied in a muslin cloth)
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1 Black Cardamom
- 1-inch Cinnamon Stick
- 1 tsp Salt
For the Masala
- 3 tbsp Oil or Ghee
- 2 Medium Onions (finely chopped)
- 2 tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
- 3 Medium Tomatoes (pureed)
- 2 Green Chillies (slit)
Spices
- 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1½ tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 2 tsp Coriander Powder
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- 2 tsp Gudora Chole Masala
- Salt to taste
For Finishing
- 1 tsp Gudora Garam Masala
- 1 tsp Kasuri Methi (crushed)
- 1 tbsp Butter (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh Coriander Leaves
- Ginger Juliennes
- Lemon Wedges
- Sliced Onions
Instructions
Step 1 – Soak
Wash the chickpeas thoroughly and soak them overnight (10–12 hours).
Step 2 – Pressure Cook
Add soaked chickpeas, water, tea bags, bay leaves, black cardamom, cinnamon stick, and salt.
Pressure cook for:
- 7–8 whistles on medium heat
- OR 30–35 minutes in an Instant Pot
Discard the tea bags and whole spices after cooking.
Step 3 – Prepare the Masala
Heat oil or ghee in a pan.
Add onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
Pour in the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
Step 4 – Add Spices
Add:
- Turmeric Powder
- Red Chilli Powder
- Coriander Powder
- Cumin Powder
- Gudora Chole Masala
Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
Step 5 – Combine
Add the boiled chickpeas along with 1–1½ cups of the cooking liquid.
Mash a few chickpeas with the back of a spoon to naturally thicken the gravy.
Simmer for 15–20 minutes on low heat.
Step 6 – Finish
Add:
- Gudora Garam Masala
- Crushed Kasuri Methi
- Butter (optional)
Cook for another 2–3 minutes.
Chef’s Tips
- Tea bags give chole their authentic dark Punjabi color without affecting the taste.
- Simmering the gravy slowly helps the spices blend beautifully.
- Mash a few chickpeas for a rich, restaurant-style consistency.
- Add Gudora Garam Masala only at the end to preserve its fresh aroma.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with:
- Bhature
- Kulcha
- Jeera Rice
- Steamed Basmati Rice
- Tandoori Roti
- Lachha Onion Salad
Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 390 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbohydrates | 46 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 13 g |
Why Use Gudora Chole Masala?
A perfect plate of Punjabi Chole is all about the spice blend. Gudora Chole Masala combines premium Indian spices to deliver a deep, authentic flavor with rich aroma and balanced heat. Finish the dish with a pinch of Gudora Garam Masala for an irresistible restaurant-style taste that pairs perfectly with bhature or kulcha.