Chana masala

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Chana masala at Le Taj restaurant
Chana masala at Le Taj restaurant

Chana masala (also known as chole or chole masala) is a North Indian dish (originating in Punjab) in which the main ingredient is chickpeas. It is fairly dry and pleasantly spicy with a sour citrus note.

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[edit] Ingredients

Along with chick peas, the ingredients typically include, onion, chopped tomatoes, turmeric (haldi), coriander seed, garlic, chillies, ginger and garam masala.

[edit] In India

In India, it is often eaten with a type of fried bread called bhatura and is known as chole bhature. It is commonly sold by street vendors but also can be found in restaurants.

[edit] Outside of India

It is also widely enjoyed in countries outside of India. It is commonly available in British Indian restaurants and is suitable for vegetarians.

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