Chanar Dalna

Chanar Dalna

A classic Bengali vegetarian curry made with homemade or store-bought cottage cheese dumplings in a spiced tomato-based gravy.
Total Time
45
Yield
4 servings
Calories
350 cal
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
Indian

What You'll Need

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Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chana Dumplings: In a bowl, combine crumbled paneer, all-purpose flour, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well and form into small, round dumplings.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Gently fry the Chana Dumplings until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Sauté for 30 seconds.
  6. Add tomato puree and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the oil separates from the masala.
  7. Add water and bring the gravy to a simmer. Gently drop in the fried Chana Dumplings.
  8. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the dumplings to absorb the flavors of the gravy.
  9. Stir in garam masala and salt to taste.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or roti.

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