Makai Na Bharta

Makai Na Bharta

Makai Na Bharta

Veg Contains dairy

Makai Na Bharta is a corn curry made with crushed corn kernels, cooked with spices and sometimes yogurt, creating a creamy and flavorful dish that's unique to this region.

Cuisines

Kathiyawadi

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Total: 40 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Corn Kernel 2 cups Corn Kernel , fresh or frozen
oil 1 tablespoon Oil
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , seeds
Mustard Seed 1 teaspoon Mustard Seed
Onion 1 cup Onion , finely chopped
Tomato 1 cup Tomato , finely chopped
ginger-garlic paste 1 teaspoon Ginger-garlic paste
red chili powder 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
coriander powder 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
garam masala 1 teaspoon Garam masala
salt Salt , to taste
Cilantro 2 tablespoons Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. 2 Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Let them splutter.
  3. 3 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  4. 4 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
  5. 5 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
  6. 6 Mix in the red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt.
  7. 7 Add the corn kernels and mix well, ensuring they are coated with the spices.
  8. 8 Cover and cook for about 10-15 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.
  9. 9 Once the corn is cooked, add garam masala and mix well.
  10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

For a smoky flavor, roast the corn on an open flame before adding it to the dish.