
Chhanar Dalna
Bengali paneer dumplings in ginger-ghee gravy, niramish feast dish. Slow-built masala, soft centres and a gravy that clings to the spoon. Best with buttered rotis and a cold kachumber salad.
Ingredients
- Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
- Garam Masala1 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Paneer250 g, cubed
- Onion2, finely chopped
- Tomato3, chopped
- Ginger2-inch piece
- Green Chili2, slit
- Ghee3 tbsp
- Coriander Powder2 tsp
- Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
- Vegetable Oil3 tbsp
- Cashews1/4 cup
- Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Optional extras
- Kasuri Methi1 tsp
- Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Soften the onions over medium heat till they slump and turn bronze at the edges.
- 2
Stir in the ginger garlic paste and cook a full two minutes.
- 3
Tip in the tomato and the ground spices; bhunao until thick, glossy and the oil separates.
- 4
Turn the paneer through the masala with the ginger, add warm water and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 5
Swirl in cream or a spoon of whisked yogurt off the flame, then shower with cilantro.
Chef's tip
If the masala sticks, add water a tablespoon at a time rather than drowning the dish.
/dish/30197Watch how it's made
Video: নিরামিষ ছানার ডালনা রেসিপি রেস্টুরেন্ট স্টাইলে | chanar dalna recipe in bangla | Atanur Rannaghar · on YouTube