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Varanasi Lemon Pomfret Kheer
🇮🇳 Indian

Varanasi Lemon Pomfret Kheer

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Varanasi cooking — Varanasi Lemon Pomfret Kheer brings a lemon touch with a classic kheer finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 17 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Lemon1
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • White Fish450 g, fillets
  • Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)1/2 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

  8. 8

    Rest a minute, then serve hot.

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: रव्याची खीर - Rava Kheer Recipe in Marathi - How To Make Sooji Kheer - Dessert Recipe by Archana · on YouTube