Chop 1 each of large white onion, green and red pepper and a tomato into large dices. Mix a tsp of whole cumin seeds, 1 tbsp of roughly crushed coriander seeds, 1 tsp red chilli flakes, 1 tsp fennel seeds and 1/2 tsp black pepper together. Heat oil, add the kadai masala, once the cumin sizzles, add ginger garlic paste, saute for a few seconds, and then add onions, followed by peppers and salt. Once they all saute for a bit, add 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, and a pinch of amchoor. Saute for a few more seconds, and add the tomatoes. Add 2-3 tbsp ketchup, and let the tomatoes soften a bit. In the meantime, dice paneer into small cubes, and add to the pot, along with salt, and a tbsp of crushed kasoori methi. Add a handful of chopped cilantro, and let everything cook for a few minutes. Garnish with more cilantro and serve with parathas/naans.
Fafda: 200 gm Besan (I took about 12/3 cups) - sieve (do not skip) + 1/2 tsp each of salt, papad khar, ajwain + 1 tbsp oil. In one version, I mixed hing and papad khar in water, and added that to the dough. Make a semi-soft dough with water, and knead for about 4-5 minutes. Set aside for 10-15 mins. Heat oil in a kadhai, dip the whole dough in hot oil and knead. Repeat that process a few times, and then make small, oblong shape balls. On a wooden chopping board, push the fafda with the palm of your hand, and remove it with a very thin knife in the opposite direction. Then fry on low-medium heat. Sprinkle with blak salt and black pepper powder. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OODx6IrHoYo&t=202s Jalebi: In a small pot, add 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup water and heat until sugar dissolves. Add saffron, and let it come to boil twice. Turn off the heat, and add some cardamom powder. Set aside. In a shallow pan, heat oil for about an inch or so, and add a tbsp of ghee. In a small bowl,
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