Cook's Compass

  Chole bhature is a popular North Indian dish that consists of spicy chickpeas (chole) and fried bread (bhature). Here's an easy recipe for you to try at home: Ingredients for Chole : 2 cups chickpeas, soaked overnight 2 tbsp oil 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped 1 tsp turmeric powder 2 tsp coriander powder 2 tsp cumin powder 2 tsp garam masala powder 1 tsp red chili powder Salt to taste 2 cups water Chopped fresh coriander for garnish Ingredients for Bhature: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 tbsp oil 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1/2 cup warm water Oil for frying Instructions for Chole: 1. Rinse the soaked chickpeas and drain the water. 2. Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add cumin seeds. 3. Add chopped onions and sauté until they are translucent. 4. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute. 5. Add chopped tomatoes and sauté until they are soft. 6. Add turmeric

Aloo tikki is a popular North Indian snack that is made with boiled potatoes and spices. Here's an easy recipe for making aloo tikki: Ingredients : 4 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 2 green chilies, finely chopped 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves 1 tsp cumin powder 1 tsp coriander powder 1/2 tsp red chili powder Salt to taste Oil for frying Directions : 1. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, bread crumbs, onion, green chilies, coriander leaves, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are well combined. 2. Divide the mixture into small balls and shape them into flat discs or patties. 3. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the patties and fry them until they are golden brown on both sides. 4. Remove the patties from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil. 5. Serve hot with chutney or sau