Kala Chola Pakistani-Style

Kala Chola Pakistani-Style recipe pinit

Kala Chola is a popular dish in Pakistan and is often served with rice or naan bread.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 40 min Total Time 50 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1000
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Soak the black chickpeas overnight in water.
  2. Drain the water and rinse the chickpeas.
  3. In a pressure cooker, add the soaked chickpeas, water, and salt. Cook for 20 minutes or until tender.
  4. In a separate pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds.
  5. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  6. Add ginger, garlic, and green chili. Sauté for a minute.
  7. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft.
  8. Add coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
  9. Add the cooked chickpeas along with the water. Mix well.
  10. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  11. Sprinkle garam masala and mix well.
  12. Garnish with fresh coriander.
  13. Serve hot with rice or naan.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g8%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Sugars 5g
Protein 10g20%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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