Hearty chunks of mushrooms and green peas replace paneer in this famous Punjabi recipe. You can choose any combination of vegetables to add to this rich tomato based makhani gravy. Serve with naans or parathas to make it a completely gratifying meal.
Mushroom Mutter Makhani recipe - How to make Mushroom Mutter Makhani
For the paste- Combine all the ingredients in a deep pan along with ¼ cup of water, cover and cook on a medium flame for 5 to 7 minutes or till the tomatoes and onions soften.
- Allow the mixture to cool completely and blend in a mixer to a smooth paste.
- Strain the paste with a strainer and keep aside.
How to proceed- Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and add the cumin seeds.
- When the seeds crackle, add the onions and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute.
- Add the prepared paste, chilli powder, coriander powder and turmeric powder, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 4 to 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Add the cream, garam masala, sugar, kasuri methi and ¼ cup of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Add the salt, mushrooms and green peas, mix well and bring it to a boil, while stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot garnished with coriander.
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
| Energy | 374 cal |
| Protein | 10.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 30.7 g |
| Fiber | 9.5 g |
| Fat | 23.9 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 32.3 mg |