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Chane Ka Pahadi Jhol

Chane Ka Pahadi Jhol

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Chane Ka Pahadi Jhol is a soul-warming and nutrient-rich pulse dish from the high-altitude villages of Uttarakhand. It features black chickpeas (Kala Chana) cooked in a thin, watery broth that is thickened using a unique paste of rice flour. This dish is prized for its magnifique earthy flavor and is essential for providing warmth during the harsh mountain winters. It represents the resilient and honest culinary spirit of the Himalayas where simple ingredients create powerful nourishment. Serve it hot with 'Bhaat' (rice) for a signature mountain meal experience.

Prep Time8 hours (soaking)
Cook Time40 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

1 cup Black Chickpeas (Kala Chana)
2 tbsp Rice flour, for thickening
1 tsp Mustard seeds
2 Dried red chilies
1 tsp Turmeric powder
1 tbsp Mustard oil
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander for garnish
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using the water used for boiling the chickpeas is the absolute secret to achieving the traditional professional-grade depth of flavor.
  • Always thicken with rice flour slurry specifically to maintain the magnifique and translucent professional-grade look of the jhol.
  • Adding a pinch of 'Heeng' (Asafoetida) provides a professional-grade high-end magnifique digestive benefit common in mountain homes.

Nutritional Information(Per 250ml)

Calories

210 kcal

Protein

12g

Fat

6g

Carbs

28g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.