Must try Afeem Wale Chole Bhature

Sharma Chole Bhature in Shahdara, fondly known as “Afeem wale Chole Bhature” is the most famous Chole Bhature in East Delhi. Sharma Bhature Wala is one of the oldest Chole Bhature shops in East Delhi. Don’t get skeptical about the word Afeem. It is called so because its taste intoxicates you. The shop is immensely popular for its delicious Chole Bhature. A plate of Chole Bhature is served with pickled Chillies, Onions, and flavored Aloo. The whole preparation tastes amazing and is packed with loads of flavors. The Chole is simply delicious. The use of rich Indian spices and their secret homemade masala imparts it a distinct flavor. Truly scrumptious. The Bhature is fluffy, of adequate size, and warmly served.

Also, Dry Dum-Aloo, pickled Chillies, and raw Onions are served. The Aloo that they serve you is equally scrumptious. A flavorful mash-up of Aloo cooked with Indian spices. It is eaten with Chole and this gives it a distinct taste.

For those who are unaware of the dish, Chole Bhature is a combination of chana masala and fried bread called bhatura made from maida flour from Punjab of India and Pakistan. Chole Bhature is a world-famous recipe from Punjabi cuisine. Chole is a spicy curry made from white chickpeas whereas a Bhatura is a loaf of fried leavened bread. There are different varieties of bhature available such as aloo bhatura, paneer bhatura "bhatura filled with cottage cheese", etc. This bread is served with chickpeas cooked in a gravy made of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and garam masala. Sometimes, this chickpea preparation is also served with kulcha, naan, or chawal.

Sharma Bhature Wala
Gali Number 8, Chota Bazar, Shahdara New Delhi