Navratan Korma

Navratan Korma

Navratan Korma

Veg

Nine-jewel vegetarian korma — mixed vegetables, paneer, and dry fruits simmered in a rich cashew-cream gravy perfumed with kewra and cardamom. A Nawabi vegetarian banquet dish.

Cuisines

Awadhi Mughlai

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Total: 60 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, beans, peas)
1 cup paneer, cubed
1 cup mixed nuts (cashews, almonds, raisins)
1 cup cream
1 tablespoon ghee
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1 cup tomato puree
salt to taste
2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat ghee and oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. 2 Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  3. 3 Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
  4. 4 Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  5. 5 Stir in the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
  6. 6 Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
  7. 7 Add the mixed vegetables and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
  8. 8 Add the paneer cubes and mixed nuts, stirring gently.
  9. 9 Pour in the cream and mix well to combine.
  10. 10 Sprinkle garam masala and stir to incorporate.
  11. 11 Simmer the korma for another 5 minutes on low heat.
  12. 12 Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.

Tips

For a richer taste, you can add a pinch of saffron soaked in warm milk.