Palak Chole | Spinach Chickpea Curry |

Palak Chole is a rich, comforting, and nutritious dish that brings together the earthy goodness of chickpeas (chole) and the vibrant flavors of fresh spinach (palak). This curry is a wholesome combination of soft, creamy chickpeas simmered in a luscious spinach gravy, heightened with aromatic spices like cumin, black cardamom, and cinnamon. The silky texture of spinach, complemented by a subtle heat from green chilies and the smooth richness of heavy cream, makes this a perfect dish for anyone seeking a delicious vegetarian meal packed with flavor and nutrients. Served with zeera rice or warm naan, it’s a delightful, mouthwatering treat for your taste buds!
INGREDIENTS:
For the Chole:
• Chole (Chickpeas) - 1 cup (soaked overnight or 6-8 hours)
• Bayleaf - 1
• Cinnamon Stick - 1 inch
• Black Cardamom - 1
• Cloves - 2 to 3
• Black Peppercorns - 4 to 5
For Blanching Spinach:
• Boiling Water - 5 to 6 cups
• Spinach (Palak) - 250gms
• Mint Leaves - 5 to 6
• Green Chilies - 3 to 4
For the Curry Base:
• Oil - 4 tbsp
• Cumin Seeds (Zeera) - ½ tsp
• Mustard Seeda (Rai) - ¼ tsp
• Turmeric (Haldi) Powder - ¼ tsp
• Salt - to taste
• Red Chili Powder - 1 ½ tsp
• Cumin (Zeera) Powder - ½ tsp
• Coriander (Dhania) Powder - ½ tsp
• Heavy Cream - ¼ cup
PRE-PROCEDURE:
Soak and Cook the Chole:
• Soak 1 cup of chole (chickpeas) overnight or for at least 6-8 hours. Drain and add the soaked chole to a pressure cooker along with 1 bay leaf, a 1-inch cinnamon stick, 1 black cardamom, 2-3 cloves, and 4-5 black peppercorns. Add enough water to cover the chickpeas and pressure cook for 4 whistles. Once done, let the cooker cool down, open the lid, and simmer until ¾ of the water evaporates, leaving the chole soft but not mushy.
Blanch the Spinach:
• Bring a pot of water to a boil and add 250gms of spinach, 5-6 mint leaves, and 3-4 green chilies. Boil for about 5 minutes until the spinach wilts and softens. Immediately transfer the spinach mixture into ice-cold water to stop the cooking process and preserve its bright green color. Let it cool for 2 minutes and then blend into a smooth puree.
PROCEDURE:
Cook the Spinach Puree:
• Heat 4 tablespoons of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once hot, add ½ teaspoon cumin seeds (zeera) and ¼ teaspoon mustard seeds (rai) and let them splutter, releasing their nutty aroma. Add the spinach puree to the pan and stir well. If the puree seems too thick, add ¼ cup of water to adjust the consistency. Let the spinach cook on medium-low heat for about 5-7 minutes.
Spice It Up:
• After the spinach has cooked, add salt to taste, ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder, and 1 ½ teaspoons red chili powder, ½ teaspoon zeera powder and ½ teaspoon dhania powder. Stir well to combine the spices with the puree and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Combine with the Chole:
• Now, transfer the cooked chole (chickpeas) to the spinach mixture. Give everything a good mix so that the chickpeas are well-coated with the spinach gravy. Cover the pan and let it simmer on low heat for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the chickpeas to absorb the vibrant spinach flavor.
Cook Until Oil Separates:
• Uncover the pan and continue cooking until the oil starts to separate from the gravy, enhancing the richness and depth of flavor.
Finish with Cream:
• Stir in ¼ cup of heavy cream, which adds a luxurious richness to the dish. Let the curry simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the cream to blend with the spinach and chole, giving the curry a smooth, velvety finish.
SERVE WITH:
Palak Chole is best served hot, accompanied by fragrant zeera rice or freshly made naan. The creaminess of the spinach, combined with the tender chickpeas, creates a perfect harmony of flavors and textures that will leave your guests coming back for more!
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