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
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2 cups | Corn , fresh kernels, grated |
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2 tablespoons | Ghee |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 pinch | Asafoetida |
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2 | Chili , finely chopped |
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1 teaspoon | Ginger , grated |
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1 cup | Milk , full-fat |
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1 | Lemon , juiced |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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— | Cilantro , fresh, 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.