Bhutte ka Kees

Bhutte ka Kees

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. 1 Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
  2. 2 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  3. 3 Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, green chilies, and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute.
  4. 4 Add the grated corn kernels and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they soften.
  5. 5 Pour in the milk and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens.
  6. 6 Add salt to taste and stir well.
  7. 7 Turn off the heat and add lemon juice. Mix thoroughly.
  8. 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.