Chhurpi Pakku
Veg
Contains dairy
A Sikkimese delicacy made from chhurpi cheese, cooked into a curry with a blend of aromatic spices for a rich and hearty dish.
Cuisines
Sikkimese
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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200 grams | Chhurpi , dried cheese |
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1 tablespoon | Mustard oil |
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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 | Cumin , powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1 cup | Water |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 | Green Chili , slit |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
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 the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- 4 Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 5 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it softens and blends with the onion mixture.
- 6 Mix in the turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder, and sauté for a minute.
- 7 Drain the soaked chhurpi and add it to the pan, stirring well to coat with spices.
- 8 Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 9 Season with salt and add the slit green chilies.
- 10 Cover and cook on low heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chhurpi is tender and the flavors have melded together.
- 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of fenugreek seeds while sautéing the onions.