Ready in

45 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Mild
Recipe by Neha Healthy Recipies By Neha on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare Tomato Puree

    Blend 4 tomatoes, 1 onion, and 6 garlic pods into a smooth puree. Set aside.

  2. Chop Vegetables

    Chop potatoes, onion, carrot, beans, cauliflower, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.

  3. Sauté Vegetables

    Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a kadai (wok). Add all the chopped vegetables (aloo, onion, carrot, beans, gobi, shimla mirch) to the hot oil.

  4. Cook Veggies

    the vegetables on high flame for , stirring continuously, until they are slightly tender but still have a bite.

  5. Add Peas and Paneer

    Add 1 cup of peas and 150 grams of paneer cubes to the vegetables. Mix gently for .

  6. Remove Sautéed Veggies

    Transfer all the vegetables and paneer to a plate and set aside.

  7. Prepare Masala Base

    In the same kadai, add 1-2 tablespoons of additional oil (if needed). Add 1 teaspoon of Kashmiri Lal Mirch, 1 teaspoon of jeera, 1 teaspoon of haldi, 2 teaspoons of dhaniya powder, 1 teaspoon of garam masala, and 1 teaspoon of kitchen king masala.

  8. Add Asafoetida

    Add 1/4 teaspoon of heeng (asafoetida) to the spices and mix well for about .

  9. Cook Tomato Puree

    Pour the prepared tomato, onion, and garlic puree into the kadai. Add salt to taste and mix thoroughly.

  10. Simmer Masala

    Cover the kadai and cook the masala for until the oil separates from the mixture, stirring occasionally.

  11. Add Corn

    Add 1/2 cup of corn kernels to the cooked masala and mix well for about .

  12. Combine Veggies and Masala

    Add the previously vegetables and paneer back into the kadai with the masala. Mix everything properly to coat the vegetables evenly.

  13. Add Kasuri Methi and Water

    Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of kasuri methi over the vegetables. Add half a cup of water and mix gently.

  14. Final Cooking

    Cover the kadai and let the vegetables cook for until they become soft, mixing in between to prevent sticking.

  15. Add Fresh Coriander and Sugar

    Once the vegetables are soft, add fresh dhaniya patti (coriander leaves) for garnish. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar for flavor and mix well.

  16. Serve

    Your Restaurant Style Mix Veg is ready. Serve it hot with chapatti or your preferred bread.

Before You Cook

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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Paneer?

    • Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
    • Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Asafoetida (hing)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder + 1/4 tsp onion powder
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
dairy

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • You can add other vegetables like mushroomsCustomise

    Broccoli, or sweet potatoes.

  • For a richer gravyCustomise

    Add a tablespoon of fresh cream or cashew paste at the end.

  • Spice levels can be adjusted

    Spice levels can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing chili powder.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Cooking tipSautéing Vegetables on High Flame

    Sautéing vegetables on high flame helps them retain their crunch and vibrant color.

  • Cooking tipAdjust the Amount of Water

    Adjust the amount of water to achieve your desired gravy consistency.

  • TipAdding a Pinch of Sugar

    Adding a pinch of sugar balances the flavors of the tomato gravy.

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