Chole Bhature — छोले भटूरे
Cuisine: Indian · Origin: Punjab India
Chole Bhature is a classic North Indian dish originating from Punjab, consisting of two main components: chole (white chickpeas) cooked in a fragrant, spiced curry, and bhature (deep-fried leavened bread). The chickpeas are simmered with onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and warming spices like cumin and garam masala until tender and flavorful. The bhature is made from a yogurt-based dough that's left to ferment, creating an airy, pillowy texture when fried. Traditionally served for breakfast or lunch, this hearty dish is often accompanied by pickles, onions, and fresh chutneys. The contrast between the soft, fluffy bread and the savory, aromatic chickpea curry makes it immensely satisfying. Popular across India and the diaspora, Chole Bhature represents Punjabi culinary tradition and remains a staple at street food stalls and restaurants worldwide.
Standard serving: ~650 kcal (1 serving (400g), estimate)
This iconic Punjabi dish became so popular across India that it's now considered a national comfort food, with each region adding its own spice twist—some prefer it tangy with tamarind, others fiery with green chilies.
Photo by Lady adi (CC BY-SA 4.0), source.
印度炸麵包咖哩豆 — छोले भटूरे
料理：Indian · 起源地：Punjab India
Chole Bhature is a classic North Indian dish originating from Punjab, consisting of two main components: chole (white chickpeas) cooked in a fragrant, spiced curry, and bhature (deep-fried leavened bread). The chickpeas are simmered with onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and warming spices like cumin and garam masala until tender and flavorful. The bhature is made from a yogurt-based dough that's left to ferment, creating an airy, pillowy texture when fried. Traditionally served for breakfast or lunch, this hearty dish is often accompanied by pickles, onions, and fresh chutneys. The contrast between the soft, fluffy bread and the savory, aromatic chickpea curry makes it immensely satisfying. Popular across India and the diaspora, Chole Bhature represents Punjabi culinary tradition and remains a staple at street food stalls and restaurants worldwide.
標準份量：約 650 kcal（1份（400公克），估計值）
這道標誌性的旁遮普菜餚在印度各地廣受歡迎，已成為國民級的療癒美食，各地區都會加入自己的香料變化——有人喜歡用羅望子增添酸味，有人則偏好青辣椒的火辣滋味。
圖片來源：Lady adi（CC BY-SA 4.0）— 來源