Indian
Indian - Regional Mains
Rasmalai
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 400g fresh chhena or paneer
- • 1 tbsp plain flour
- • 4 tbsp mustard oil
- • 1 tsp ginger paste
- • 2 tomatoes, pureed
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- • 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder
- • 1 tsp sugar
- • 1/2 tsp garam masala
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Knead the chhena with the flour until smooth; form 2.5cm balls and fry in hot oil until golden; set aside.
2
Phase 2
Heat 1 tbsp oil, fry the ginger paste, then add the tomato puree, turmeric, and chili powder; cook until the oil separates.
3
Phase 3
Add 1 1/2 cups warm water, the sugar, and salt; return the dumplings and simmer 8 minutes on low.
4
Phase 4
Sprinkle garam masala and serve with luchi or steamed rice.