Bhutte ka Kees
Veg
Contains dairy
A savory and spicy corn-based preparation from the Punjabi region, made with grated corn, spices, and finished with a touch of lime and coriander, perfect for a snack or side.
Best for
Snacks
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 2 cups | fresh corn kernels (grated) |
| 2 tablespoons | ghee |
| 1 teaspoon | mustard seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 1 pinch | asafoetida |
| 2 | green chilies, finely chopped |
| 1 teaspoon | grated ginger |
| 1 cup | milk |
| 1 | lemon, juiced |
| — | salt to taste |
| — | fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish |
Instructions
- 1 Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
- 2 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 3 Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, green chilies, and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute.
- 4 Add the grated corn kernels and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they soften.
- 5 Pour in the milk and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- 6 Add salt to taste and stir well.
- 7 Turn off the heat and add lemon juice. Mix thoroughly.
- 8 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, use fresh corn instead of canned. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of green chilies.