veg makhanwala recipe
restaurant style gravy which is sure to win the hearts of all
Veg Makhanwala
Veg Makhanwala is a very rich butter, cashew and vegetable gravy typically enjoyed in most parts of India
Equipment
- Kadai
Ingredients
- 1 cup mixed vegetable chopped
- 1 pc medium onion finely chopped
- 2 pcs tomato pureed
- 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
- 1 tsp red chilly pwd
- 1 tsp cumin pwd
- 1/2 cup fresh cream
- 1/4 cup cashewnut paste soak cashews in water and blend to a smooth paste
- 1 tsp garam masala pwd
- salt
- 2 tbsp refined oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- coriander for garnishing
For Marinade
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp red chilly pwd
- 1/2 tsp turmeric pwd
- salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the ingredients for the marinade and mix well. Add the chopped vegetables to the marinade and let it sit for 30 minutes
- Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium heat, add chopped onions and saute till they turn golden brown
- Add the ginger garlic to the pan and saute till the raw smell disappears
- Add the tomato puree to the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutesAdd the marinated vegetables( discard any excess marinade) to the pan and mix well. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes stirring occasionally
- In a small bowl, mix together the spices removed for the gravy . Add a little water to form a paste.Add this mixture to the pan and let it cook for 10 to 15 minutes
- Add the cashew nut paste and fresh cream to the pan and cook for a additional 2 to 3 minutes
- Season with salt according to taste and mix well. If the gravy is too thick add a little water to adjust consistencyGarnish with chopped coriander
To Serve
- Serve the Veg makhanwala hot with a dallop of butter. It pairs well with naan , roti or steamed rice. Enjoy your meal
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