Rohes' Methi Cheese Delight
Serves 5
Ingredients:
- 1 block of cheese
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 green chili peppers, sliced (use oil equivalent to their size)
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt, to taste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- ½ cup coconut milk (120 ml)
- 1 teaspoon dried, crushed fenugreek leaves (Kasuri Methi)
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 676 (18g fat)
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 16g
Preparation
- Heat a wok or large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion and sliced green chili peppers in a small amount of oil until softened.
- Add a drizzle of oil to a saucepan over medium heat, then add the sautéed onions and green chili peppers, along with cumin, salt, and turmeric. Stir-fry until fragrant.
- Add the grated or crumbled paneer cheese, and mix well.
- Pour in the coconut milk, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the desired consistency is reached. This usually takes 2-3 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and lightly crush the Kasuri Methi leaves between your hands on the saucepan's surface.
- Mix the crushed leaves into the mixture and serve hot!
- Fun Fact: Known for their health benefits and versatility, methi leaves (fenugreek) and turmeric bring flavors and nutritional value to this delightful methi cheese recipe.
Your taste-buds will surely enjoy this combined flavor of spices while your body receives the tantalizing health benefits thanks to the Methi leaves and Turmeric. This dish provides a treasure of calcium as well as protein to nourish your health and strengthen your bones.
