Kala Chola Pakistani-Style

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This Pakistani kala chola recipe is made with kala chana, which is in the family of garbanzo beans. It can be served as a meal with rice or just on its own. You can find kala chana in Indian/Pakistani stores or in the Indian/Pakistani section of an international store. It is really tasty and very popular in my home. According to my mom (a diabetic), kala chana are high in fiber and low in fat. It is great for people with blood sugar problems. Serve by garnishing with onion and cilantro with basmati rice. Hope you all enjoy it.

Submitted by Mushell Shere
Updated on April 16, 2024
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
3 hrs 5 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
11 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 ½ cups dry black garbanzo beans (kala channa)

  • 3 cups water, plus more as needed

  • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 4 dried red chile peppers (Optional)

  • 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • ½ teaspoon ground red chile pepper

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion

Directions

  1. Place garbanzo beans into a large bowl. Pour enough water over beans to cover by several inches. Soak for 8 hours to overnight. Rinse and drain garbanzo beans thoroughly.

  2. Combine garbanzo beans, 3 cups water, tomatoes, 1 finely chopped onion, dried red chile peppers, jalapeño pepper, oil, salt, turmeric, and ground red chile pepper in a large pot over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until garbanzo beans are tender, 3 to 4 hours. Add water as needed to keep about 1 inch of liquid at the bottom of the pot.

  3. Garnish with cilantro and 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

386 Calories
15g Fat
52g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 386
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Sodium 989mg 43%
Total Carbohydrate 52g 19%
Dietary Fiber 14g 50%
Total Sugars 12g
Protein 15g 30%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 123mg 9%
Iron 5mg 28%
Potassium 754mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.