Chickpeas, an ultra popular legume loaded with protein, is seen to be used widely in many cuisines around the world. It is a common ingredient especially found in Indian cuisine. Also known as chole or kabuli chane, these small, round, and beige coloured heroes feature in a variety of dishes like chole bhature, Samosa Chole Chaat, chole chicken, palak chole etc. They are versatile, nutritious and delicious, so can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Evidently, chole are a staple in North Indian cuisine. The dhaba-style chole has an extra special warmth, and when paired with some heavenly recipes, it makes for a true spicy affair. We are fans of such matches made in heaven and served at the homely dhabas. If you are too, then here are some amazing dhaba-style chole combo recipes for you to try.
Chole Bhature
Ask an Indian about their favourite North-Indian dish and all you will hear is ‘chole bhature’. There is absolutely no reason not to fall in love with this heavenly desi combination. Masaledaar chole with soft bhature – trust us, even the aroma of this one can make you drool! The best way to savour it is with some mixed achaar, lachcha pyaaz, nimboo and mirch. So make a superb dhaba-style chole bhature meal combo at home and comfort yourself.
Chole kulche
Next on the list is chole kulche where the Kulcha is served with chole in gravy. This combo too is a very famous dhaba style combo. Chole or the chickpea curry is full of flavours and the kulche or the traditional Indian bread helps to add in the balance. Usually served at breakfast with a tall glass of lassi, this amazing Bheeghe Kulche Chole is quite easy to make and tastes super yummy. If you want to tweak it a little then you can try baked chole kulche with some cheese on top.
Tikki-Chole
Let us now dive into a chatpata chaat style snack made with chole. Tikki-chole is a combination made in food heaven. The crisp homemade aloo tikkis topped with chole and tangy chutneys make for a wholesome snack and an ideal item to be on high-tea or even brunch menu. This street food is a must try at home !
Akki Roti
Lastly, even though all the chole recipes listed above have their own soulmate combination, sometimes you just need a twist. So we thought, you could pair the classic dhaba-style chole with akki roti for added fun. Even though this delicious roti made with rice flour, onion, coconut and carrots, is usually served with coconut chutney and tomato chutney, this time try it out with some homemade chole.
Try out these combos to make your day feeling all the more exuberant. So, when are you trying out these dhaba-style chole combo recipes at home?
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