Manipuri Paneer Curry – Sana Thongba
Manipuri Paneer Curry - Sana Thongba - This Vegetarian curry from one of India's northeastern 7 sister states makes a great dinner option for Meatless Monday.
Servings: 4
Calories: 266.39kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons mustard oil
- 8 oz. paneer diced
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon garlic paste
- 1/4 cup frozen green peas defrosted
- 5 chiles finely chopped
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 large potato peeled and chopped
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 cup milk
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add paneer and fry until golden brown on all sides. Remove to a paper towel lined plate.
- Add cumin seed. Add ginger paste and garlic paste. After 1 minute, add chiles and onion. Saute until onions turn golden.
- Add remaining oil and fry potato for 1-2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup of the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and cook for 5-8 minutes, until potatoes are cooked through.
- Add milk, green peas, turmeric and salt. Bring to a boil. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add paneer and simmer for another 2 minutes. Add remaining water and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add cilantro and cook for 1 more minute.
- Serve with Basmati rice.
Nutrition
Calories: 266.39kcal | Carbohydrates: 31.63g | Protein: 12.37g | Fat: 10.93g | Saturated Fat: 2.88g | Sodium: 871.97mg | Fiber: 4.22g | Sugar: 10.21g
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