Chole Paneer Sabji (No Onion, Garlic)
Chole Paneer Sabji is a popular North Indian dish made with chickpeas, paneer (cottage cheese), and a blend of aromatic spices. This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. We have used skimmed milk paneer to make this dish healthier. It is also a good source of protein and fiber, thanks to the chickpeas and paneer. However, people with a dairy allergy should avoid this dish.
Allergen Information: Contains Dairy
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
192 kcal
Protein
9 g
Carbs
26 g
Fat
6 g
Fiber
7 g
Ingredients
Chickpeas (Raw)
1 small cup (100g)
Garam Masala
1 tsp (3g)
Coriander Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Red chilli Powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Paneer Homemade (Toned milk)
0.25 cubed, cup (50g)
Ginger Paste
1 tsp (5g)
Instructions
Preparation
-Soak chole (chickpeas) in water overnight.
-Pressure cook the soaked chickpeas (chole) with enough water and salt for 2-3 whistles or until they are soft. Drain and set aside.
Cooking Steps
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add ginger paste and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the raw smell goes away.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and turn mushy.
Add coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
Add the cooked chickpeas and water. Mix well and let it cook for 5-7 minutes over medium heat.
Add the paneer cubes and mix gently, making sure not to break them.
Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for another 10 minutes until the paneer is soft and cooked through.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Urvashi Singh Deshmukh
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and this version of Chole Paneer Sabji (No Onion, Garlic) is so much better than restaurant style. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Sanjay Nath Nair
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and Chole Paneer Sabji (No Onion, Garlic) turned out absolute perfection! It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Rishabh Mishra
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and the spice balance was top-tier! Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Simran Kumar Reddy
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