Spicy
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Vegetable Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe

 

Both essential aspects of Spicy and fried come together in a pan to create the Bangalee “Jalfrezi”. A colourful medley of veggies takes a quick turn in the hot pan alongside a vibrant sauce that's both spicy and tangy - the perfect finishing touch to this delight!

Please note that Vegetable Jalfrezi is very easy and super delicious. It can be prepared in 20 minutes, and the vegetables in the dish can be altered to your liking. Here’s one for vegetarians, too!

Sunrise Fact Check: Veg Jalfrezi is a British-Indian invention that traces its roots back to Bengal. This dish is a delicious explosion of colourful veggies and bold spices. It carries the essence of both and has become a crowd-pleaser everywhere.

Let’s Get Started  

 

Ingredients

  • Sunrise Sabji Masala
    2 tbsp
  • Sunrise Sahi Garam Masala
    1 tbsp
  • Assorted Baton Vegetables
    300 g
  • Ginger-Garlic Paste
    2 tbsp
  • Dry Red Chilli
    2 pcs
  • Whole Cumin
    1 tsp
  • Sliced Onion
    1
  • Mustard Oil
    20 m
  • Paneer
    75 g
  • Finely Chopped Coriander
  • Red Chilli Powder
    1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder
    1 tsp
  • Diced Tomato
    1
  • Ghee
    2 tsp
  • Peas
    15 g
  • Salt
  • Water

The Prep

Step 1
Slice the onion.
Step 2
Dice the tomato.
Step 3
Cut the paneer into small cubes.
Step 4
Prepare 300 g of assorted baton vegetables.
Step 5
Finely chop the coriander.

How to Cook Veg Paneer Jalfrezi

Step 1
Heat 20 ml of mustard oil in a pan.
Step 2
Add 2 tsp of ghee and let it melt.
Step 3
Add 2 dry red chillies 2 tsp of whole cumin and let them splutter.
Step 4
Add 2 tbsp of ginger-garlic paste and stir well.
Step 5
Add the sliced onions and saute until golden brown.
Step 6
Add the diced tomatoes and cook until they soften.
Step 7
Add 300 g of assorted vegetables and mix well.
Step 8
Add 15 g of peas and stir.
Step 9
Add the paneer along with 1 tsp of Sunrise turmeric powder, 1 tsp of Sunrise red chilli powder and salt to taste.
Step 10
Add 2 tbsp of Sunrise sabji masala and mix thoroughly.
Step 11
Add water to adjust the consistency. Cover the pan and cook for 10 minutes.
Step 12
Open the lid and add Sunrise Sahi Garam Masala.
Step 13
Add finely chopped coriander and mix well.

Sunrise Tip - If you feel the veggies are not tender enough to your liking, splash a little water. You may cover and cook for a few minutes.

 

Sunrise Taste Check 

Veggie Jalfrezi offers a warm hug on a rainy day and is perfect with a comforting bowl of Basmati and can be served with pasta if you’re in the mood for a British touch!