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Bijapur Festival Makhana Banjara
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Bijapur Festival Makhana Banjara

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Bijapur cooking — Bijapur Festival Makhana Banjara brings a banjara touch with a classic raita finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Makhana (Fox Nuts)2 cups

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Watch how it's made

Video: 🆕 VIDEO FOR GOR BANJARA CULTURE 🆕 6305738829 · on YouTube