Quick Makhana Paneer ( Jain Style)

Hey Friends,

I didn't post any thing since last week, I'm so busy with kids. The summer vacations are going to end and I want to use all my energy to enjoy up to full extent with the kids. We are making frequent trips to parks, kids concerts, kids movies and pool....and the day is gone before I know. I'm not getting enough time to take care of my household chores.

I found this recipe from my drafts....I made it long back and it was long due for posting. I'm here with a very quick paneer gravy. It is a all time favorite in my home. I learned it from my mom. It is a party dish because it is so quick and so yummy too. Believe me!

                  

Ingredients

Paneer -  1/2 slab (I used nanak)/ 200 gms

Peas - 1/2 cup

Makhana - 1/2 cup

Cashew - 1/2 cup

Tomato - 3

Salt - to taste

Red chilli powder - 1/2 tsp

Coriander powder - 1 tsp

Fennel powder - 1/2 tsp

Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp

Oil - 2 tbsp + 1/2 tbsp

Cumin powder - 1/2 tsp

Asafoetida - 1/8 tsp

Cilantro leaves for garnish

Method

Grind the tomato in the mixer and keep aside. Cut the paneer into small cubes. Heat 3 tbsp oil/ghee in a pressure cooker and fry cashew and keep aside. Now add makhana in the same oil and fry it. Keep aside. If you have any oil left make the curry in that oil or add 1/2 tbsp oil to the pressure cooker. When oil is hot add cumin seeds and asafoetida. When seeds pop add rest of the ingredients except cilantro. Cover the cooker. Cook it to the 2 whistles. Turn the heat to meidum and let it cook for 7-10 mins. Garnish before serving.

Verdict - You can fry paneer too.

This goes to Potluck Party

and Sabji for Roti