Chinese Mom first time cook Indian dish Chole Chana masala! with Master Chef Shari from Season 10

Today I am attempting to cook an authentic Indian dish - Chole - for the very first time! 🍽️
To make this cooking adventure even more thrilling, I've invited my dear friend Shari, a seasoned culinary master from our Master Chef Season 10! Shari's connection with India runs deep, as her husband hails from the land of vibrant spices and incredible flavors. Over the years, she's mastered the art of crafting delectable Indian dishes for her family and even made it to the top 5 in our season! 🏆
Today, she's graciously sharing her expert knowledge with me, guiding me through the intricate steps of preparing this mouthwatering chickpea dish. The stage is set for an epic cooking battle - "Chinese Chole" vs. "Master Chef Chole"!
As the final showdown approaches, the moment of truth arrives - the taste-off! Who better to judge this culinary duel than my very own husband and son? Wait until the end to see their reactions!
Chole North Indian Style Chickpea curry ( recipe by Shari Mukherjee) ‪@Spicedupmom‬
Ready in 30 minutes
Serves 4-5 people
This dish cooks quickly-in less than half hour-but tastes like it simmered on the stove-top all day long.
Ingredients:
* 2 cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans)- drained and rinsed
* 1 tbsp. oil (or ghee)
* 1 tsp. cumin seeds
* 1 bay leaf
* 2 black cardamon pods(optional)
* 1 large onion- diced finely
* 1/2 tsp turmeric
* 1 tsp coriander powder
* Chili powder to taste
* 1 tbsp garam masala (substitute chole masala-available at Indian grocers or online)
* 1 tbsp ginger paste
* 1 tbsp garlic paste
* 1 cup diced , canned tomatoes
* 1 tsp. dried fenugreek leaves (optional)
* Lemon juice to taste (1-2 tsp)
* 3 chilies- slit (I used thai chilies)
* salt- to taste
* pepper- to taste
* Handful chopped cilantro to finish.
Directions:
* Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan over medium high heat. Add the cumin seeds, bay leaf and black cardamom pods(if using).Once the seeds begin to sizzle, add onions or shallots. Cook for about 3 minutes or until onions begin to soften.
* Add the black cardamom pods(if using), turmeric, ginger,galric,coriander powder , chili powder, garam masala and bay leaf. Stir often and be sure the spices don’t burn. Cook until their onions turn translucent, a little browned and become soft.
* Once the onions are cooked, add the diced tomatoes. Continue cooking until the tomatoes break down. Add a little water (PRO TIP: substitute water with vegetable stock/broth for added depth) if the mixture seems dry ( I usually add about 1/2 cup of water)
* Once the tomatoes have broken down, add the rinsed and drained chickpeas. Stir until everything is well combined, cover and cook until the gravy becomes thick. About 10 minutes.
* Add crushed fenugreek leaves(if using) and a squeeze of lemon, and check seasoning. Add salt and pepper as necessary. Let the mixture cook an additional 5 minutes.
* Toss in some chopped cilantro and stir to mix , Garnish with additional chopped cilantro as desired.

[@southerncaltattooedbiker3643]

Love India food I used to work for an Indian Dr. And we would go to the Indian Restaurant every Friday for everyone in the Office.

[@CookingBomb]

Wow that’s so nice to eat with many friends !!

[@hushberger]

Why does this beautiful friendship remind me of Jessica and Honey from FOTB? So cool

[@krishnadeepjoshi4748]

Love and blessings from india ma'am 🇮🇳 🇮🇳 🇮🇳 🇮🇳 🇮🇳

[@AashishVerma-xz5wx]

actually not all times i put too much spices into the food while cooking sometimes we need less spiced food and that too taste good try putting less spices just throw some salt , turmeric powder, chili powder, cumin and coriander powder rignt into oil following onions and tomatoes and then put any vegetable or peas then taste boom good flavoured indian food

[@jenovia22]

Ppl in my country love Indian food. We even have Indian town.

[@michelefreeman6512]

I loved this video. I also love Indian food. Your channel is so good for my depression. Watching you and you "CIRCUS" warms my heart. BLESSINGS FROM PHILADELPHIA 🍕🥨🔔🙏

[@itsmesan8]

Next time try to make 'Odia Kanji' it's like Chinese congee made with rice but different, it's from eastern state of Odisha. Lots of love from India.💜💜💜

[@sauceseji]

I feel so proud of vivian doing this!!

[@imswarup__]

love seeing you cooking Indian dishes ❤.,

[@Priyanka-hv2hd]

You asked us which Indian food should make next time? So i would like to suggest "paneer tikka masala"make this dish please 🥺...

[@captainbanana1831]

Very cool. Love the measurement tip.

[@gideonpaulalcaide]

at the start of the video i already know im gonna enjoy this!!!!

[@shahnazbegum5945]

Love to see you making indian dish,we eat this with roti (indian flatbread)

[@5ALLL5]

Thank you for loving indian🇮🇳 food Next Please try *fish pulusu* with brown rice🍚

[@CookingBomb]

Yesss

[@ruanduKalawon08]

Me too,i love all indian food..i love spicy food too.. hello watching from Borneo ❤️👍 nice vlog

[@rkaraila8117]

I would love see you preparing Puri with sabji

[@tteejjj]

Watched at 6 am (Indian time) 😅

[@TheBlacktressDiaries]

I would love to see you make dal!

[@gigimccoy1753]

Great episode as always 🎉 I’d like to know where I can buy your homemade chili sauce from? Thank you.

[@HarleenMokha]

I’m Indian (Punjabi) and legit love all your Chinese recipes ❤❤❤

[@JessDAblessed710]

Hello, I love your channel and all your KZbin shorts so much literally makes me drool every time anyway I’m wondering if you’ve ever considered selling pickled vegetable beginner kits? I’m pretty sure I can start my own but I’m also pretty sure it would be way better if you started it and I just contributed the vegetables.❤❤❤ obviously you’re a pro! If this ever becomes a thing, please let me know. Maybe I can get one?!?

[@danulifeinjapan]

❤❤❤

[@Sanismom]

😊😊

[@SchmeesCrotchFruit]

Thank you!!! I learn so much from you! Will try this! (I am addicted to your pickles now)

[@CookingBomb]

Thank you so much!! Yes please try this recipe, so much flavor!

[@SchmeesCrotchFruit]

@@CookingBomb Love to you and your circus

[@meghanachavan]

Please try chiken biryani,mutter paneer,

[@tteejjj]

Hello hello... from India ❤

[@CookingBomb]

yess, talk to you at the premiere!

[@evancardona5921]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@paulklebaum1682]

❤

[@pavanikadam8539]

I'm a indian

[@Avleen15]

Please make butter chicken

[@skydiver1386]

Hi

[@miruthuladineshbabu7795]

Make biriyani or masala dosa

[@lilyandlynvero8995]

Hello hello 👋

[@CookingBomb]

Hello 👋 how are you?

[@aruu001]

We eat this wd spoon😂

[@queencylouisegosal1148]

Hiiiiiii

[@CookingBomb]

How are you?

[@oscarzheng3454]

Hi

[@CookingBomb]

Hi there