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methi chole

Methi Chole [Fenugreek Chana Masala]

Jyoti Behrani
Methi Chole – Try this twist on the popular Chole (chana) Masala recipe! Perfect for packing into lunch boxes or enjoying at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Dish/Entrees, Side Dish
Cuisine Indian, North Indian, Punjabi
Servings 4
Calories 357 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

FOR PRESSURE COOKING CHOLE

FOR METHI CHOLE MASALA

  • cooked chickpeas
  • 1 cup fresh methi leaves , firmly packed, chopped
  • 2 medium red onion , chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger-garlic paste
  • cup fresh tomato puree (about 2 medium tomatoes)
  • 1 medium tomato , chopped
  • 1-2 green chili , chopped; adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • salt to taste

DRY SPICES

WHOLE SPICES

FOR THE FINAL TEMPERING

FOR THE GARNISH

  • a handful of fresh cilantro , chopped
  • sliced onion
  • lemon wedges
  • few ginger julienne

Instructions
 

PREP FOR METHI CHOLE

  • Pick any stones or debris from the chickpeas. Rinse the chickpeas couple of times. Soak the chickpeas in 3 cups of water overnight.
  • Drain, and rinse the soaked chickpeas. Chop all the veggies – methi, onion, tomato, and green chili.

PRESSURE COOK CHICKPEAS

  • Directions For Stovetop Pressure Cooker Chickpeas - To the pressure cooker, add the drained and rinsed, chickpeas, tea bag, black whole cardamom, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, salt to taste, and water.
  • Close the pressure cooker with weights on and pressure cook on high. After the first whistle, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 15-20 minutes.
  • Allow the pressure to release naturally, around 10 minutes.
  • Open the pressure cooker, and remove the tea bag.
  • Directions For Instant Pot Chickpeas - In the inner pot, add the drained and rinsed, chickpeas, tea bag, black whole cardamom, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, salt to taste, and water. Close the lid.
  • Turn ON PRESSURE COOK (high) for 20 minutes with a vent on the sealing position.
  • When the instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally, around 10 minutes.
  • Open Instant Pot, and remove the tea bag.

COOK METHI CHOLE

  • Heat oil in a cast iron skillet or Kadai. When the oil is hot, add cumin seeds, and allow it to crackle.
  • Add ginger-garlic paste and saute for 30 seconds. Next, add onions, and saute until translucent.
  • Add dry spices – coriander powder, red chili powder, Kashmiri red chili, turmeric powder, garam masala (or chana masala), and amchur powder and saute for 30 seconds.
  • Now, add tomato puree and cook for a few minutes, until the oil separates.
  • Add chopped methi leaves, and chopped tomato, and saute for a few minutes.
  • Add chickpeas, and some of the reserve chickpea water and bring it to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium, cover, and simmer until the curry thickens and is stew-like consistency.
    Note: Slightly mash the chickpeas with the back of the ladle. This helps thickens the curry.
  • Sprinkle dried fenugreek leaves on top of the curry, do not mix. Now prepare the tempering. Heat ghee in a small tadka pan. Remove the pan from the heat, and add slit green chili and Kashmiri red chili powder. Immediately pour this tadka over chickpeas. Add crushed dried pomegranate seeds(optional). Mix well and simmer for a few minutes.
  • Switch off the heat. Dish out methi chole on a serving dish. Garnish with some freshly chopped cilantro, sliced onions, and some lemon wedges.
  • Enjoy methi chole with some puri, paratha, or naan along with some mango pickle, onion salad, and a tall glass of lassi.

Notes

Please refer to the post for the following:
  1. Tips For Delicious Methi Chole [Fenugreek Chana Masala]
  2. FAQs

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Methi Chole [Fenugreek Chana Masala]
Amount per Serving
Calories
357
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
 
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Cholesterol
 
10
mg
3
%
Sodium
 
147
mg
6
%
Potassium
 
651
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
 
44
g
15
%
Fiber
 
13
g
54
%
Sugar
 
9
g
10
%
Protein
 
13
g
26
%
Vitamin A
 
422
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
 
14
mg
17
%
Calcium
 
317
mg
32
%
Iron
 
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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