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Ingredients (use vegan versions):
  • 1 can of black beans-do not drain (I like Pastene)
  • 1 1/2 cans of water, add more to make soup
  • 3/4 cup of white rice
  • 2 tablespoon of Vegetable Flakes
  • 1/2 teas. cumin
  • 1/2 teas. Cilantro or ground Corriander
  • 1/2 teas. garlic powder (can use fresh)
  • 1/2 teas. onion powder
  • 1/4 teas. ground red pepper (add more for spicier)
  • 1/2 teas. of oregano
  • a little salt and sometimes I add Chili Powder too.
Directions:

Empty can of beans into a pot. Add the 2 1/2 cans of water to it. Add all seasonings and bring to a boil over HI heat. Reduce heat to LOW, add rice and cover for 20 minutes. This recipe can be made into soup by adding more water.

Serves: 4

Preparation time: 25 mins


 

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1. 5 tsp. lemon juice
2. 1 tsp. grated ginger
3. 2 garlic cloves, crushed
4. 2 green chili, chopped
5. 3 tbsp. chopped coriander
6. 1 tsp. chili powder
7. salt to taste
8. 250g paneer cut into cubes.
9. 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
10. 2 onions, chopped in 1-inch long thin slices
11. ¼ tsp. turmeric powder
12. 3-4 tbsp. thick yogurt
13. ½ cup milk.

For Garnishing:
Some chopped coriander.

Method:

1. Mix together lemon juice, ginger, garlic, green chili, half of the coriander, chili powder, salt, and paneer in a bowl .  Cover and leave to marinate for an hour.
2. Heat oil in a pan and cook onions for 3-4 minutes on low flame till transparent.  Add turmeric powder, yogurt, milk and the remaining coriander.  Stir for a few minutes till the sauce thickens.
3. Add the paneer mixture in the sauce and cook for 5 minutes on medium flame. Adjust the seasoning.
4. Serve hot garnished with fresh coriander with your choice of Indian bread or rice.

 
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