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    15 Awesome Indian Chickpea Recipes (including but not limited to Chole)

    Oct 19, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    Chickpeas also known as Garbanzo beans are an excellent plant-based nutritional powerhouse. They are highly preferred in healthy vegetarian diets because of their high protein & fiber content, ease of use, wide availability, and versatility. Here is a collection of 15 must-try Indian chickpea recipes that keep you craving more.

    When we think of Chickpeas in the Indian diet, the first dish that usually comes to mind is Chole or Chana masala, the undoubtedly most popular Indian chickpea recipe. However, many other delicious Indian chickpea recipes, along with Chole, are definitely worth including in our weekly meal plan.

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    Collection of 15 Awesome Indian Chickpea Recipes

    Health benefits of chickpeas

    Chickpeas provide numerous health benefits when included regularly in our diet.

    • A good source of protein and fiber with a moderate amount of calories.
    • Packed with multiple vitamins and minerals.
    • A good source of mineral manganese and B vitamin folate.
    • It keeps you full for a long time, which automatically lowers calorie intake.
    • Excellent source of plant-based protein.
    • With a fairly low glycemic index, they help manage blood sugar levels.
    • A good amount of soluble fiber in chickpeas increases healthy gut bacteria which improves digestion.
    • Excellent source of Iron.

    15 Delicious Indian Chickpea recipes

    Here is a collection of 15 fabulous Indian Chickpea recipes including one Instant pot Chole recipe that is a user favorite. Give them a try and let me know which one is your favorite in the comments below.

    1. Healthy Chickpea Tikka Masala
    Enjoy authentic Indian flavors in this Healthy Chickpea Tikka Masala. Perfect vegetarian tikka masala for a weeknight meal or to serve at a party.
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    Chickpea tikka masala served in a white round serving bowl with naan, rice and sliced cucumbers on the side.
    2. Masala Chickpea Sandwich
    This Indian Style Chickpea Sandwich is made with a masala chickpea filling and tucked inside a toasted sour dough bread with mango chutney and fresh salad. This hearty and flavorful sandwich will keep you asking for more.
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    2 Chickpea sandwiches ready to eat served on a parchment paper on a baking sheet.
    3. Chana Sundal
    Channa Sundal is a South Indian stir-fried dish made with white chickpeas. Sundal is basically a dry legume-lentil preparation spiced and tempered along with fresh coconut.
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    Channa sundal served in 2 small round bowls.
    4. Spicy Chole Hummus
    This spicy chole masala hummus is a perfect fusion of chole masala (a spicy chickpea curry) and hummus. Its perfectly spiced with tomato, onion, garlic, ginger, serrano peppers, and cilantro. But the magic ingredient is the chole masala seasoning! Serve with naan crackers or even warm buttered naan cut into wedges for the perfect appetizer!
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    spicy chole hummus in a black and white bowl.
    5. Gassi (Cabbage Chickpeas Curry)
    Gassi recipe (Cabbage Chickpeas Curry) is a unique delicacy from Manglore in South India, made with a fresh blend of spices along with a touch of sweetness from coconut and jaggery. The thick texture of this curry makes it a great combination with neer dosa, Rice, or Phulka roti.
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    Gassi which is chickpea curry with cabbage served in a black round bowl placed on a black plate.
    6. Roasted Chickpeas with Indian Flavors
    Spicy Roasted Chickpeas is an easy, delicious, and healthy snack recipe that can be either oven roasted or pan-fried. It serves as a perfect afternoon snack along with a hot cup of chai.
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    Close up image of Indian roasted chickpeas on a white surface.
    7. Vegan Mulligatawny Soup
    This Vegan Mulligatawny Soup is an Indian-inspired soup that has a delicious curry flavor combined with carrots, celery, apples, rice, and chickpeas. It is warm and comforting and perfect for any time of the year.
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    Mulligatawny soup made with chickpeas in a white round bowl.
    8. Chickpea rice
    Chickpea rice or Garbanzo beans rice, also known as chole pulao is a delicious vegan & gluten-free, one-pot meal recipe from India. It is prepared by cooking rice and chickpeas in a delicious onion-tomato sauce flavored with Indian spices. The dish is vegan and gluten-free.
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    chickpea rice in a round serving bowl with raw onion slices on top and lemon wedges.
    9. Aloo Tikki Chole Chaat
    Aloo Tikki chole recipe is a chaat recipe with shallow fried potato patties topped with spicy chickpea gravy, green chutney, sweet chutney, yogurt, and Sev.
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    aloo tikki chaat served in a white round plate.
    10. Indian Sweet Potato chickpea coconut curry
    This south Indian-inspired sweet potato chickpea coconut curry is creamy, mildly spicy, flavorful, and has a wonderful texture. This dish is similar to chana masala, but with south Indian flavors and the creaminess of coconut milk.
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    Indian sweet potato and chickpea curry with coconut milk served on a oval serving platter with lemon rice plate and salad in the back ground.
    11. Easy Pani Puri Chaat Salad
    The classic Indian street food, Pani puri, is transformed into an easy salad that you can enjoy at home in less than 30 minutes! Pani puri flavored vinaigrette drizzled over roasted potatoes and chickpeas, then topped with Sev and tamarind chutney!
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    Pani puri chaat salad served in a white round plate with bhujia on top.
    12. Chana Chaat ( Indian Chickpea salad)
    Easy, light, colorful, and delicious Indian Salad made with Chickpeas that is perfect for a light meal or a potluck.
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    Indian chickpea salad served with lemon wedge in a white round plate.
    13. Mutton Kofta Curry with Chickpeas
    Mutton and Indian cuisine have gone hand in hand for centuries. This delicious Mutton Kofta Curry with Chickpeas is medium in heat and perfect for the whole family.
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    Mutton Kofta curry with chickpeas in a round steel wok with naan on the side.
    14. Butternut Squash Curry with Chickpeas
    Comforting, creamy, and super delicious butternut squash curry with chickpea makes an ideal weeknight dinner. It is a vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free Indian curry that pairs well with flatbreads and plain rice.
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    butternut squash curry with chickpeas served with white rice in a grey round plate with cilantro garnish and lemon wedges.
    15. Instant pot Chole
    Punjabi Chole Masala or Chana Masala is an Indian favorite chickpea curry. This one-pot recipe for the authentic Chana Masala can be made in the Instant Pot or stovetop Pressure Cooker. A healthy, protein-rich vegan and gluten free chickpea recipe.
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    Instant pot Chole served with white rice in a black plate.

    We always love to hear from you. Did you try any of these recipes? Let us know your feedback in the comments below. You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest to see what's cooking in our kitchen!! Happy Cooking !!

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