{"product_id":"everest-chhole-masala-100gm","title":"Everest Chhole Masala 100 Gm","description":"\u003cp\u003eEverest Chhole Masala 100g is the essential spice blend for making rich, hearty chhole — North India's beloved spiced chickpea curry. This perfectly balanced Everest blend delivers the classic flavors of Punjabi street-side chhole with dark, fragrant depth. Available at Anoras Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic Punjabi Chhole Masala from Everest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic chhole spice blend with pomegranate seed, black cardamom, and warming spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100g pack — enough for multiple batches of chickpea curry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivers the characteristic dark, earthy, slightly sour Punjabi chhole color and flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEverest quality — India's most trusted spice brand for consistent results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak chickpeas overnight and pressure cook until tender. Saute onion in oil until dark brown, add ginger-garlic paste, tomatoes, and 1-2 teaspoons chhole masala. Add cooked chickpeas and water, simmer until the masala is fully absorbed. Finish with kasuri methi and a squeeze of lemon. Serve with bhatura, kulcha, or steamed rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does chhole masala make the chickpeas darker than other spice blends?\u003c\/strong\u003e Chhole masala contains tea leaves or anardana (pomegranate seed) which impart a characteristic dark color to the chickpeas — this is a defining feature of authentic chhole.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this masala for other legumes?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it works well for rajma (kidney beans), black-eyed peas, and lobia, delivering a similar earthy, bold flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan chhole masala be used in a slow cooker?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — add masala with the other ingredients from the start for slow cooker chhole with deep, fully developed flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains spices. Packaged in a facility that may handle tree nuts and sesame. Check label for the most current information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001906897123,"sku":"63430022","price":3.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/everest_chholemasala.webp?v=1781796880","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/everest-chhole-masala-100gm","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}