Chole Chilaquiles

This is a lip-smacking, easy, comfort meal that can be prepared in a jiffy! This has the traditional chole masala flavors made in the style of Mexican Chilaquiles. This recipe is vegan! Serve with a drizzle of green cilantro-mint chutney. This protein rich meal can be served for any meal.
 

Chilaquiles is a Mexican breakfast made with leftover tortilla. The tortilla are deep fried and then cooked in salsa - either red or green. This version of chilaquiles has a touch of Indian flavors. The warm spicesgive an extra kick and a comfort. This would be devoured quickle and I can guarantee that! The flavors will make a mark and this for sure will be a repeated one in the menu.Give a try, a you'll agree!

In simple terms, chole Chilaquiles is a fusion dish in which tortilla chips are cooked in stovetop with a chole sauce. The chips are smothered in sauce. They can also be topped with cooked egg while serving. This is vegan recipe and have not used eggs. Garbanzo beans give the necessary proteins. 

It is possible to create a delicious and nutritious meal with what you have in hand. If you have a bag of tortilla chips, just try this to make a scrumptious meal. All you need is a can of garbanzo bean and tomatoes. Canned or cooked beans can be used depending on the time you have. Fresh tomatoes are used in this recipe, but can be substituted with canned crushed tomatoes. 

When you are short of time and would love the comfort food made at home, this will be an amazing choice. This can be served for anymeal. Though chilaquiles is a traditional Mexican breakfast, this chole chilaquiles version would be amazing for any meal. In under 30 minutes, this will be ready in your plate to be devoured.

Just like this Chole Chilaquiles, Chinese Style Poha is another quick dish that can be whipped up easily to make a scrumptious meal. If you have time, plan to make this addictive Aloo Chole Paneer Pie. Curried Roasted Cauliflower with Curried Alfredo Pasta is a satisfyimg meal the whole family to love. Baked Potato Ragada Chat is one that you'll die for! Addictvely delicious! Samosa Muffins are tasty and easy breakfast!

Indian flavors also weld well with other cuisines not just for savory meals, but also for desserts. Eggless Gulab Jamun Cheesecake and Eggless Basundhi Bundt Cake prove it! 

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Ingredients

Serves 3 to 4

Prep time - 7-8 min

Cook time - 10 min

To Temper

Oil - 1 tbsp

Cumin- 1/2 tsp

Asafetida - 1/8 tsp

For the "Chole salsa"

Garlic - 1 tsp, finely chopped

Ginger - 1 tsp, finely chopped

Onion - 1/2 cup, chopped

Tomatoes - 2.5 cups, chopped

Chole masala - 2.5 tsp

Turmeric - 1/2 tsp

Cayenne - 1/2 tsp

Salt - 1 and 1/2 tsp

Garbanzo beans - 1.5 cups, cooked

Water - 1 cup

Cilantro-1 tbsp, chopped

Garnish

Green chutney - 2 tbsp

Whisked plant based or regular yogurt

Shredded vegan cheese/regular cheese

Method

Heat oil on a medium flame in a big pan. Add the cumin and asafetida, fry for 30 seconds. Add the ginger and garlic, saute for 40-50 seconds. Add the chopped oniond and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the tomato puree, water, salt,turmeric, cayenne, and chole masala. Mix everything.

Add the garbanzo beans and cook for 3-4 minutes. The sauce will thicken a little but won't be thick.

Add the tortilla chips. Lower the flame, combine thoroughly such that the chips are coated thoroughly with chole salsa.

Remove from the flame. Sprinkle cilantro.

Serve with drizzle of green chutney, paneer cheese/vegan cashew cheese, and/or yougurt/plant based yogurt.