⏱️ Prep Time: 15 min | 🍳 Cook Time: 30 min
Ingredients
For the North Indian Veg Curry (Dhaba Style) :
For the Curry Base:
- Oil or Ghee – 3 tbsp
- Onions – 2 large (finely chopped)
- Tomatoes – 2 large (pureed or finely chopped)
- Ginger-Garlic Paste – 1.5 tbsp
- Green Chilies – 2 (slit, optional)
- Cashews or Almonds – 8-10 (blended into a paste for richness)
- Curd/Yogurt – ½ cup (whisked)
For the Vegetables:
- Mixed Vegetables (Carrot, Beans, Green Peas, Cauliflower, Potatoes, Capsicum, etc.) – 2 cups (chopped)
- Paneer (Cottage Cheese, optional) – 150g (cubed)
- Water – 1.5 cups (adjust as needed)
For the Spices:
- Ready-Made Kitchen King Masala – 2 tbsp
- Turmeric Powder – ½ tsp
- Red Chili Powder – ½ tsp (adjust to taste)
- Coriander Powder – 1 tsp
- Salt – To taste
For Garnishing:
- Fresh Cream – 2 tbsp (optional, for richness)
- Kasuri Methi (Dried Fenugreek Leaves) – 1 tsp (crushed)
- Fresh Coriander Leaves – 2 tbsp (chopped)
Instructions
For North Indian Veg Curry (Dhaba Style) :
- Prepare the Masala Base:
- Heat oil or ghee in a pan.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown (8-10 minutes).
- Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 2 minutes
- Add tomato puree, cook until oil separates (5 minutes).
- Stir in cashew/almond paste and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add Spices & Vegetables:
- Add Kitchen King Masala, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add chopped vegetables, stir to coat with masala.
- Add whisked curd and mix well.
- Pour in water, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Finish the Curry:
- Add paneer cubes (if using) and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add kasuri methi and fresh cream, mix well.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with naan, roti, paratha, jeera rice, or plain steamed rice.
- Pair with onion salad and lemon wedges.
Essential Tips
- For extra richness, add 1 tbsp butter while sautéing onions.
- For a smoky dhaba-style taste, try the “dhungar” method (placing burning charcoal in the curry for a minute).
- For a spicier version, add ½ tsp garam masala at the end.
- If you prefer a restaurant-style texture, blend the masala base before adding vegetables.
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Kitchen Queen Masala
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