Manjit

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Zaikabharat brings you the authentic taste of India with mouthwatering, simple, and easy recipes. Cooking relieves stress for me, provides with an opportunity to be creative, boost my mood, and brings back wonderful memories of my mom's kitchen. I have been a culinary part-time instructor for several years in addition to my professional careers as a cancer research scientist, an educator, a healthcare administrator, and a community leader. I have done several cooking demos, TV shows, and I still continue to do so. I would like to share my cooking adventure through this blog and hope you enjoy these recipes.

Monday, August 1, 2011

Pepper-Paneer


Paneer can be shallow fried (light brown) in pan before using.

Ingredients:1 pound paneer cut into an inch square
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 medium size onion sliced
1 inch ginger sliced
3-4 garlic cloves chopped
1 tomato chopped
1 green bell pepper sliced
1/2 cup cauliflower florets
1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves chopped

Preparation:Heat oil in a pan.
Add cumin seeds, sliced onions, ginger, and garlic. Sauté for two minutes until onions become soft and translucent.
Add tomatoes, cauliflower florets, chilli powder, coriander powder and salt. Cook for two minutes.
Add paneer and peppers. Stir gently. Cook until all ingredients blends well.
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.

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