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Chaman Kaliya – Cardamom and fennel scented Paneer

Ingredients

  • 400 gms Paneer home made
  • 2 C Milk
  • 2 cloves
  • 3 Green cardamoms
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 Tbs Ghee
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 1/2 tsp fennel powder saunf
  • A pinch of saffron
  • 1/8 th tsp ginger powder
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Kashmiri Garam Masala Or use your favorite brand

Instructions

  1. If you have freshly made Paneer cut it into squares or rectangles.
  2. If you have store bought paneer, Soak it in hot milk for at least 30 minutes before cooking the dish. (this milk is in addition to the two cups you need to make the dish)
  3. Heat ghee and add the cumin, cloves and the cardamom. It helps if you slightly whack the cardamom with a pestle or a heavy spoon.
  4. Add in the milk, bring it to a boil add in the rest of the spices, except saffron and garam masala.
  5. Simmer this for about 2- 3 minutes , then add the paneer and bring to a rolling boil.
  6. Bring to a simmer again and let it cook undisturbed for 10 - 15 minutes or until the paneer looks creamy, yellow and soft.
  7. Finish off with Garam masala and saffron and let it stand for 30 minutes before serving. Reheat gently and serve with rice.