Hello guys this is LV from LV Cooking today I'll tell you how you can make delicious Punjabi chole for bhature. So let's make it shall we - 

Before we start making this recipe Let's learn about the origin and health benefits of the main ingredient of the recipe Chickpea (chole)

chickpeas are one of the earliest cultivated legumes. Remains of chickpeas from the Middles East have been found that are roughly 7,500 years old. Chickpea is derived from the French "chiche" and Latin "cicer," which is Latin for chickpea. The word chick-pea was first found in English print in 1338, later cited by mid-18th century dictionaries. 

Chickpeas currently supply over 20% of the world with protein. Chickpea is essential in India. Worldwide, 12.1 million tons of chickpeas are cultivated each year. In 2018, Indian produces 66% of the world's total chickpeas. Australia is the Second largest producer of chickpeas. While Myanmar is the third largest producer. Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans.

Chickpeas are a great source of fiber and protein. One cup (164 grams) of cooked chickpea contains roughly 269 calories. One cup contains Folate (vitamin B9) about 71% of RDI. Contains manganese about 84%, copper 29%, and iron 26% of RDI. These are excellent sources of protein and provide iron and zinc. 

Chickpeas are particularly beneficial at reducing blood sugar and increasing insulin sensitivity when compared with other high-carb foods. A study of 45 people showed that eating 26 ounces(728 grams) of chickpeas per week for 12 weeks significantly reduced insulin levels. Eating chickpeas reduce blood cholesterol level. A number of studies have shown that chickpeas can reduce both total cholesterol and "bad" low-density-lipoprotein (LDC) cholesterol, which are risk factors for heart disease. A number of studies have shown that diets containing chickpeas may help to improve bowel function and reduce the number of bad bacteria in the intestines. Chickpeas currently supply over 20% of the world with protein. 

Chickpeas contain a huge number of antioxidants vitamins and minerals including folate, magnesium, vitamin b6, vitamin c, iron, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, and zinc. They are also high in protein, so are a fantastic alternative to meat for vegetarians. Many scientific studies have shown chickpeas can help reduce weight. Reduce the risk factors for heart disease and potentially even the risk of cancer, especially when they replace red meat in the diet. Chickpea is high in fiber, which gave benefits your digestion by increasing the number of healthy bacteria in your gut, and helps waste flow efficiently through your digestive tract Chickpeas have several characteristics that may help reduce the risk of several chronic diseases, heart diseases, Diabetics.

Chickpeas are very healthy food. Including chickpeas in your diet regularly will support your health. There's affordable and easy to find at most grocery stores. You can include them in various dishes, and they make an excellent meat alternative in vegetarian meals. Furthermore, chickpeas are delicious and certainly worth including in your diet if you want to reap their health benefits.

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