Chhurpi-Ningro Curry
Veg
Contains dairy
A delightful vegetarian curry made with chhurpi cheese and ningro (a type of wild fern), cooked with spices to create a flavorful dish.
Cuisines
Sikkimese
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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100 grams | Chhurpi , dried cheese |
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200 grams | Fiddlehead Fern , wild |
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1 tablespoon | Mustard oil |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 cloves | Garlic , minced |
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1 inch | Ginger , minced |
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1 medium | Tomato , chopped |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 cup | Water |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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— | Cilantro , fresh, for garnish |
Instructions
- 1 Soak the chhurpi in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften it.
- 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- 4 Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion turns golden brown.
- 5 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft.
- 6 Stir in the turmeric powder and red chili powder.
- 7 Add the softened chhurpi and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- 8 Add the ningro (fiddlehead ferns) and mix well.
- 9 Pour in the water and add salt to taste.
- 10 Cover and cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until the ningro is tender and the flavors are well combined.
- 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
Ensure the chhurpi is well soaked to soften it, making it easier to cook and chew.