🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Slow-Simmered Pot Cheera Handi

Name: Slow-Simmered Pot Cheera Handi
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 48 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 250 g, chopped Amaranth Leaves

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Gaya cooking — Slow-Simmered Pot Cheera Handi brings a slow-simmered touch with a classic handi finish. About 48 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 23 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Amaranth Leaves250 g, chopped

Optional extras

Green Chili1-2, slit
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.
2
Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.
3
In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.
4
Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.
5
Simmer covered until tender.
6
Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.
7
Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Clay Pot Chicken Curry | Traditional Clay Pot Chicken | Chicken Handi Recipe · on YouTube