Pressure Cooker Chole Recipe | Quick Punjabi Chole - Cooking From Heart (2024)

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A quick pressure cooker Punjabi Chole recipe with detailed step-wise pictures. Best Chole recipe to make in 20 mins, perfect Chole Bhature recipe.

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I made a super quick yet delicious version of Punjabi Chole in pressure cooker to go as side dish for my Bhature. Pindi Chole is a family favorite, however sometimes when you are pressed for time you are looking for a simple recipe that is still packed with lots of flavors. This pressure cooker chole recipe is just that. The prep work is minimal and you just throw everything into a pressure cooker, letting it do its magic. I made a similar recipe for my Kurma Kuzhambu, so this is a cross between that and the pindi chole recipe.

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Kabuli Chana or Garbanzo beans are a great source of protein. This pressure cooker chole recipe uses kabuli chana and that’s what makes it really delicious. As much as I love black chana, for making Punjabi version of chole nothing better than the kabuli chana. It worked out perfectly well for the spongy, fluffy Bhature but it is as delicious with plan white rice, roti or poori. I even paired some leftovers with dosa too 🙂 So, here is how I made my quick chole -

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Easiest quickest Chole recipe!

5 from 2 votes

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Side Dishes

Cuisine North Indian

Servings 2 people

MEASUREMENT

1 cup = 250ml, 1 tablespoon = 15ml, 1 teaspoon = 5ml

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Soaked Chickpeas/Garbanzo Beans/Kabuli Chana
  • 2 tablespoon Oil
  • 1 Dried Bay Leaf
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1 Large Onion Finely Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 2 Medium Tomatoes Finely Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Amchur/Dry Mango Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
  • 2-3 tablespoon Fresh Coriander Leaves Chopped
  • 2 cups Water
  • Salt as needed

Instructions

  • In a pressure cooker/pan, heat oil. Add dried bay leaf, cinnamon stick and cumin seeds.

  • As they splutter, add finely chopped onions. Fry until translucent.

  • Next add ginger garlic paste and cook for a minute or two until the raw smell is gone.

  • Add finely chopped tomatoes and cook for a couple of minutes.

  • Add all the spice powders – Kashmiri red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, amchur powder, garam masala powder and salt as needed. Cook it for 2-3 mins.

  • Now add the soaked chick peas.

  • Add 2 cups of water and mix well. Let it come to a boil.

  • Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles on medium flame. Let the pressure subside naturally before removing the lid.

  • Check for salt and spices, add finely chopped coriander leaves.

  • Serve hot with Bhature, roti, poori, rice or pulao.

Keyword Gravies, Side Dishes for Roti

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Detailed step-wise picture recipe of making Pressure Cooker Chole Recipe | Quick Punjabi Chole –

1. In a pressure cooker/pan, heat oil. Add dried bay leaf, cinnamon stick and cumin seeds.

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2. As they splutter, add finely chopped onions. Fry until translucent.

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3. Next add ginger garlic paste and cook for a minute or two until the raw smell is gone.

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4. Add finely chopped tomatoes and cook for a couple of minutes.

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5. Add all the spice powders – Kashmiri red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, amchur powder, garam masala powder and salt as needed. Cook it for 2-3 mins.

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6. Now add the soaked chick peas.

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7. Add 2 cups of water and mix well. Let it come to a boil.

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Pressure Cooker Chole Recipe | Quick Punjabi Chole - Cooking From Heart (15)8. Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles on medium flame. Let the pressure subside naturally before removing the lid.

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9. Check for salt and spices, add finely chopped coriander leaves.

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10. Serve hot with Bhature, roti, poori, rice or pulao.

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Recipe Notes

  • Soak the chick peas in enough water with a pinch of turmeric overnight or for 6 hours minimum.
  • Adjust spices as per preference.

I would be delighted to know if you have tried this recipe, don’t forget to share your feedback and comments below. If you have any questions, you can e-mail me! I am also available on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and Twitter 🙂

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Pressure Cooker Chole Recipe | Quick Punjabi Chole - Cooking From Heart (2024)

FAQs

How many people can eat in 1 kg of chole? ›

For 15 to 20 people, one kilogram or a bit more should suffice.

Why do you add baking soda to chole? ›

Baking Soda used while boiling Chickpeas (chole or chana)

Baking soda when used while boiling hard ingredients like chickpeas for hummus or chole masala, for boiling chana or rajma, makes them softer, tender and creamy.

How long do you put chole in water? ›

Pour 3 to 4 cups water and soak them overnight or at least for 8 hours. Longer soaking time helps in better digestion and chole turns out softer. Later drain and rinse them once with fresh water.

How much chole is enough for 4 people? ›

Typically, 1 cup of dried chickpeas (chana) per person is enough to make a curry for 4 people. So, 4 cups of dried chickpeas would be sufficient for 4 people. It's nearly 250 to 350 grams is enough for four members.

How many hours to soak chole? ›

How do you cook chole? 1. Soak the chickpeas in cold water for at least 6 hours.

What is the difference between pindi chole and amritsari chole? ›

But one major difference between the two is that while Amritsari Chole belongs to its namesake city in Punjab, India; Pindi Chole is believed to have its origin in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. The recipe of Amritsari Chole was one of the most requested recipes since the day I had shared my Garlic Naan recipe.

Why add baking soda to soaking chickpeas? ›

By adding baking soda, you are increasing the pH of the water and making it more alkaline. This helps break down the pectin in the chickpeas which softens their skins better and faster. This is especially important when you are making hummus and want the creamiest consistency possible.

Should I add baking soda when cooking chickpeas? ›

The chickpeas are sautéed with baking soda for a few minutes, before dumping in the water to simmer the chickpeas. The baking soda makes the water more alkaline, which softens the chickpeas more quickly by weakening their pectic bonds.

How to cook chickpeas without a pressure cooker? ›

The Best Ways to Cook Chickpeas – Choose Your Favorite!
  1. Drain and rinse: After soaking, thoroughly drain and rinse your chickpeas.
  2. Cook: Cover the chickpeas in a large pot with a few inches of fresh water. ...
  3. Simmer time: Cook for 1 ½ to 2 hours or until the chickpeas reach your desired level of tenderness.
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What happens if you forget to soak chana? ›

Transfer the water to a pot with a lid or an air tight container and quickly add washed chole to it. Cover the lid with a heavy object and seal in the chole and water as quickly as possible. Let it be for 10-15 minutes depending on the quantity of your legumes and take the lid off once the water has cooled down.

How much baking soda to add to chickpeas? ›

Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda for every cup of dried chickpeas. Let them sit overnight (10-12 hours). The chickpeas will plump up and no longer appear dried and shriveled. Rinse the chickpeas before adding them into a pot.

How many chickpeas for one person? ›

You can eat at least one serving (28 grams) of chickpeas per day. However, don't eat more than 70 grams a day since that can cause adverse side effects. If you consume too many chickpeas, some side effects you may get include bloating, nausea, and gas. It's important to remember that chickpeas should not be eaten raw.

How many people can eat 100 kg chicken? ›

AMAZING!!! 100kg CHICKEN CURRY COOKING FOR 500 PERSONS | PARTY RECIPES | Curry chicken, Curry recipes, Curry chicken recipes.

How many cups of chickpeas per person? ›

Well, you have to soak and cook them; then a standard serving is somewhere about 1/2 cup but that doesn't mean you won't want more or less.

How big is a serving of chickpeas? ›

A 1-cup (164-gram) serving of cooked chickpeas offers ( 1 ): Calories: 269. Protein: 14.5 grams. Fat: 4 grams.

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