Kabuli Chana are small, hard, creamy-white peas which has a thick skin which often comes off when soaked or during cooking also known as 'Chickpeas'. They are firm to touch and have a mildly nutlike flavor. Chickpeas taste best when cooked with spices and seasonings. The most popular style is the Punjabi chole, where the chickpeas are cooked to a creamy consistency with several spices.