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Muzaffarpur Butter Makhana
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Muzaffarpur Butter Makhana

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Muzaffarpur cooking — Muzaffarpur Butter Makhana brings a butter touch with a classic rogan josh finish. About 48 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 23 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Hard

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Butter3 tbsp
  • Heavy Cream4 tbsp
  • Kasuri Methi1 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Makhana (Fox Nuts)2 cups

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

  6. 6

    Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

  7. 7

    Garnish and serve.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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