Halwai April 12, 2024

Ingredients:

• 500 g – Paneer (cottage cheese) cubed
• 1 cup – Yoghurt
• 2 – Cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tbsp – ginger, grated
• 1 tsp – malt Vinegar
• 1 tbsp – Ghee
• Cinnamon stick
• 2 – Cardamom pods
• 2 – Cloves
• 1 – medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp – cumin powder
• 1 tbsp – coriander powder
• 1 tsp – fennel powder
• 1 tsp – Red Chilli powder
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• salt to taste
• 1 tsp – Garam Masala
• 2 tbsp – chopped Coriander leaves
• 1 tsp – chopped Mint leaves

Method:

  1. In a bowl, mix paneer, yoghurt, half of the garlic, half of the ginger and vinegar. Mix well. Keep aside.
  2. Heat ghee in a wok, add whole spices – cook stirring until it releases its aroma.
  3. Add the onions and remaining garlic and ginger.
  4. Saute until onions are lightly browned.
  5. Add ground spices, cook until it releases its aroma. Add paneer. Stir well.
  6. Add the stock and simmer for a few minutes, until gravy is thick. Adjust salt.
  7. Add garam masala, coriander and mint just before serving.