Battura is fried puffed bread and is traditionally served with chola (chickpeas). The combination is called Chola Battura and is very popular with youngsters.

Also known as Bengal Gram. This is the most popular legume in India. Chana dal has a very low glycemic index.

Chole also known as Chana Masala is a chickpea dish cooked in a spicy tomato gravy.

Chickpeas or Garbanzo beans are a good source of protein, manganese, dietary fiber, copper, phosphorus, and iron. Eating chickpea can lower “bad” cholesterol, give you energy, stabilize blood sugar, and provide antioxidant effects. Chickpea seeds are also eaten fresh as green vegetables.

These cholas are best compliment with baturas. The combination is known as chola batura. This is a mouth-watering dish.