Really Good Vegetarian Cheese And Baby Corn Balchao

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 0
Mouthwatering Really Good Vegetarian Cheese And Baby Corn Balchao Recipe
in Vegetarian

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 kg cottage cheese ( paneer )
7 -8 baby corn
2 medium onions
2 medium tomatoes
10 -12 red chilies ( whole )
8 -10 cloves garlic
1 inch ginger
1 teaspoon cumin seed
7 -8 cloves
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 inch cinnamon stick
1/2 cup malt vinegar
2 tablespoons oil
3/4 cup tomato puree , fresh
2 tablespoons sugar
salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
318
Sugar
8g
Fat
20g
Balchao is a spicy Goan-Portuguese curry that is traditionally made with fish or shrimp. This recipe, however, is a vegetarian take on the traditional dish, using paneer and baby corn. The spicy and tangy flavors of the curry make it a popular dish in Indian restaurants across the world. It’s not only delicious but easy to make. The main ingredients of this dish are paneer and baby corn which are cooked in a rich tomato-based spicy curry. It’s a great recipe for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

Instructions

1.Start by blending the red chilies, garlic, ginger, cloves, and cinnamon stick together into a fine paste.
2.Heat up the oil in a pan over medium heat and add in the cumin seed and mustard seeds. Cook for a minute till it crackles.
3.Add the sliced onions and cook till they turn golden brown.
4.Add the blended paste and cook for 5 minutes till the oil starts separating from the mixture.
5.Add the fresh tomato puree, salt, sugar, and malt vinegar. Mix well.
6.Add the sliced baby corn and paneer (cottage cheese) cubes and cook for 10 minutes until the vegetables and cheese have absorbed the flavors of the curry.
7.Serve hot with rice or roti.

PROS

A vegetarian recipe that is rich in flavor, hearty and filling.
It’s a great source of protein and has no unhealthy additives or preservatives.

It has moderate calories and is a good source of Vitamin C, K and potassium.

CONS

Can sometimes be difficult to find malt vinegar in grocery stores.
The recipe requires some patience and perseverance in terms of cooking time, especially if you’re new to cooking Indian food.
Be careful while preparing and blending the red chilies, as they can be too spicy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Paneer, or cottage cheese, is a good source of protein which helps in building and maintaining muscle. Baby Corn is high in dietary fibre which can help regulate cholesterol levels and prevent digestive problems. The spices used in this recipe contain anti-inflammatory compounds that can help protect against diseases like heart disease, Alzheimer’s and cancer.

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