Aloo Chole Recipe

Aloo Chole (Potato and Chickpea Curry) is a delicious vegetarian dish that originated in Punjab, a northern state in India. Versions of this dish are popular at Indian restaurants around the world. Aloo Chole is typically eaten with Indian bread such as naan or roti. For more recipes, check out my website at www.deliciousindian.com
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Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time30 Min
Ready In50 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Servings4Cuisine
CourseTaste
DishSpeciality
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Potatoes4 Small
 Vegetable oil/Canola oil1 Tablespoon
 Onion1 Small, diced
 Chickpeas15 1⁄2 Ounce (Do Not Drain)
 Tomato ketchup3 Tablespoon
 Salt1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Garam masala1 Teaspoon
 Chopped cilantro1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) (For Garnishing)
 Green chilli1 Medium
 Green chili1 Medium
 Onion1 Small, chopped into chunks
 Garlic1 Clove (5 gm)
 Peeled grated ginger1 1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Red pepper1⁄4 Teaspoon, crushed
 Cumin seeds1 Teaspoon
 Coriander seeds1 Teaspoon
 Turmeric1⁄8 Teaspoon
 Water3 Tablespoon
 Water3 Tablespoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 604 Calories from Fat 97

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 11 g17.5%

Saturated Fat 1.3 g6.4%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 278.2 mg11.6%

Total Carbohydrates 105 g35%

Dietary Fiber 24.2 g96.7%

Sugars 18.7 g

Protein 26 g51.4%

Vitamin A 8.7% Vitamin C 104%

Calcium 18.8% Iron 52%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

1. Boil the potatoes in a large pot filled with enough water to cover the potatoes. Cook until tender, then peel and chop the potatoes.
2. Combine all the ingredients for the masala paste in a blender and grind to a fine paste. Set aside.
3. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and saute until lightly browned, about 5-6 minutes. Add the masala paste and mix to combine. Saute for a few more minutes to cook the paste.
4. Add chickpeas (with liquid), ketchup, and salt. Mix and bring to a simmer.
5. Add water and keep at a simmer until chickpeas are tender, about 5 minutes.
6. Add peeled and chopped potatoes and garam masala. Mix gently and simmer for a few more minutes until sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
7. Add cilantro and mix to combine.

Comments

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Ganesh Dutta says :

Absolutely delicious Indian recipe. This recipe is simple and easy to cook. With poori and parantha it gives great taste. Thanks for sharing this nice recipe.
Posted on: 19 April 2008 - 5:23am
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