CHATPATI CHOLEY

This delicious dish comes from Punjab region of Northern India. This dish does not have turmeric. To give it it's authentic dark colour, you can add a tsp. tea leaves tied in muslin while boiling.

This dish goes well with puri, roti, naan or rice.

Health Benefits of Chickpeas

•    Rich in both types of fiber, soluble and insoluble, chickpeas escort the trapped bile acids out of the body and lower cholesterol levels, thereby contributing to cardiovascular health.

•    The insoluble fiber content in chickpeas helps in preventing digestive disorders, like irritable bowel syndrome and diverticulosis; hence, promoting positive digestive health.

•    With folate and magnesium in high amounts, chickpeas protect the body from cardiovascular diseases. Folate reduces the levels of the amino acid, homocysteine which causes damage to the lining of arteries and increases the risk of blood vessel blockages.

•    With a rich supply of soluble fiber, chickpeas help in balancing blood sugar levels; thus, providing support to diabetic patients suffering from highs and lows of blood sugar levels.

•    The high fiber content in chickpeas induces feelings of satiety, thereby cutting down the intake of unwanted calories and keeping your appetite under control.

•    An excellent source of the trace mineral manganese, chickpea boosts production of energy and defends against several diseases.

•    Molybdenum is a mineral and an antioxidant important for stimulating the body’s mechanism for reducing symptoms of energy, helping with impotency in men, fighting against tooth decay and irritability, and preventing anemia. Molybdenum is found in chickpeas in abundance.

•    Chickpeas contain phytochemicals called saponins which are highly beneficial for the health of women. They act as antioxidants, providing protection against osteoporosis, lowering the risk of breast cancer, and minimizing hot flushes in post menopausal women.

•    Chickpeas help in meeting your daily iron requirements.  The deficiency of which reduces the delivery of oxygen throughout the body, resulting in feelings of weakness and tiredness, difficulties in concentration, and increasing the risk of infections.

•    A good source of iron, chickpeas also help with the proper functioning of the human system and preventing conditions, like anemia, weakness, hair loss, headaches, and other critical health concerns.

•    Regular consumption of folate is important for the production and maintenance of new cells, particularly during periods of rapid growth, like during pregnancy and infancy. Women, who consume adequate amounts of folate during their childbearing years, can reduce their risk of delivering babies with a neutral tube defect.

•    Enriched with the amino acid tryptophan, chickpeas are a good source of serotonin which regulates fluctuating moods and sleeping disorders. Eating chickpeas before bedtime leads to calmness and induces a good night’s sleep.

Ingredients: Chick Peas Tomato, Onion, Water, Vegetable Oil, Ginger, Garlic, Coriander Powder, Cumin, Salt, Black Pepper Powder, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Clove, Green Chilli, Red Chilli Powder, Fennel, Turmeric Powder.



Taste the combined benefits of convenience, health and variety - with HEERA Ready-To-Eat range of delicious North Indian and South Indian recipes, including Soups, Vegetable curries, Paneer gravies and various Rice dishes.

 

Stove top:

Immerse pouch in boiling water for 5minutes. Remove, cut open, stir and serve hot.

 

Manufacturer: Heera P&B Foods Ltd, Indija

Net content: 450g