Navratan Kurma

Navratan korma is popular Indian Vegetarian curry. This kurma is a mixed combination of vegetables, paneer, fruit & nuts. Traditionally Navratan Korma comes from a Mughlai origin giving it a very rich and slightly sweet taste. This is an absolutely delicious recipe and for all those who are not so fond of spicy Indian food, this should be a welcome change.

Ingredients:
Boiled vegetables (potatoes, carrots, green peas, green beans, cauliflower, peppers, cabbage, cluster beans)-3cup

  Grated paneer- 150gms

Tomatoes-3

Grated onion-   -2

Ginger paste-   1 1 / 2 tsp

 Garlic paste-1 1 / 2 tsp

 Salt to taste

Turmeric powder-     1 tsp

Red chili powder-     1 1 / 2 tsp -

Coriander powder-     1 tsp -

 Garam masala powder-2 tsp -

Vegetable oil-6 tbsp

Milk / water-1 cup

Raisins-2 tbsp

Cashew Nut, broken in half-2tbsp

Cashew Nut (for gravy)2tbsp

Poppy Seeds-1 tbsp

Cloves-2

Piece Cinnamon-1 inch

Piece Ginger-1 inch

Coriander for garnish

Method:

1.In small bowl soak cashew nut and poppy seeds in 1/4 cup warm water for 30 minutes.

2. Blend together cashew nuts, poppy seeds, ginger, green chili, clove and cinnamon, into smooth paste.

3.  Make tomato puree. Ready-made tomato puree can also be used.

4.   Take 1 tbsp ghee and increased dry fruits for about 1 minute on medium heat.

5. Heat oil in a saucepan. Fry the onions and ginger-garlic paste until golden brown.

6. Add salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala and cook for 2-3 minutes.

7. Next add tomato puree and dried fruit. Stir well and cook the mixture for 4 minutes. Make sure the mixture does not stick to the bottom of the pan.

8. Add milk (use water alternatively). Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until sauce thickens

9. Add paneer to the sauce and stir well.

10.Finally, add all the vegetables to the above gravy and cook for 5-7 minutes.

11.Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with roti, chappati, paratha or rice.