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Matar Paneer Kachori Korma Recipe - Green Peas And Paneer Kachori Curry

North Indian Recipes · Vegetarian · 1h 20m · 4 servings

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80 mins
~₹120 /serving

Key Ingredients

  • 1 cup all purpose flour (maida)
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower oil
  • 1/2 teaspoons ajwain (carom seeds)
  • salt - to taste
  • sunflower oil - as required for frying
  • + 28 more ingredients — see full list below ↓
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How to Make Matar Paneer Kachori Korma Recipe - Green Peas And Paneer Kachori Curry at Home

Ingredients (33 items)

  • all purpose flour (maida)1 cup
  • tablespoons sunflower oil2
  • teaspoons ajwain (carom seeds)1/2
  • salt - to taste
  • sunflower oil - as required for frying
  • green peas (matar)1 cup
  • paneer (homemade cottage cheese) - crumbled1 cup
  • coriander powder (dhania)1 teaspoon
  • red chilli powder1 teaspoon
  • amchur (dry mango powder)1 teaspoon
  • turmeric powder (haldi)1/2 teaspoon
  • teaspoons sunflower oil2
  • salt and pepper - to taste
  • onion - chopped1 cup
  • homemade tomato puree1 cup
  • ginger garlic paste1 teaspoon
  • whole cashews12
  • curd (dahi / yogurt)1/2 cup
  • cloves (laung)2
  • mace (javitri)1
  • cardamom (elaichi) pods/seeds2
  • inch cinnamon stick (dalchini)1
  • cumin seeds (jeera)1/2 teaspoon
  • garam masala powder1/2 teaspoon
  • red chilli powder1 teaspoon
  • turmeric powder (haldi)1/2 teaspoon
  • coriander powder (dhania)1 teaspoon
  • kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)1/2 teaspoon
  • sugar1/2 teaspoon
  • salt - to taste
  • coriander (dhania) leaves - as required
  • fresh cream - as required for garnishing
  • tablespoons sunflower oil2
Prep Time50 min
Cook Time30 min
Total Time1h 20m
Servings4
CourseLunch
CuisineNorth Indian Recipes
DietVegetarian
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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    To begin making the Matar Paneer Kachori Korma Recipe, we will firstly make the dough for kachori

  2. 2

    Dough for the KachoriMix maida, salt, carom seeds, oil in a bowl and mix till you get crumbly texture

  3. 3

    Then add cold water to this slowly

  4. 4

    The dough has to be stiff and shouldn't be kneaded for long

  5. 5

    Once the dough is done, let this rest for 15 to 20 minutes

  6. 6

    The next step is to make the filling for Kachori

  7. 7

    Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan, add green peas, salt and all dry spices including turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, amchur powder, salt and pepper

  8. 8

    Let it cook for about 4 to 5 minutes while slightly mashing the peas in between

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    After 4 minutes, add the crumbled paneer to this and mix well

  10. 10

    Let it simmer for 2 minutes and take it out in a bowl

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    Keep it aside to cool down

  12. 12

    Take a ball size dough and roll it like a roti but slightly thicker

  13. 13

    Take a 2

  14. 14

    5" diameter lid or cookie cutter and cut the circles

  15. 15

    Now add a small teaspoon of the paneer and matar mixture in the middle and seal them using water on the edges

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    Pat them a little to make it flat and keep them aside

  17. 17

    To make the Kachoris, heat the required oil in a frying pan

  18. 18

    When the oil is hot, add the kachoris and fry them for 5 to 6 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy on both the sides

  19. 19

    Once done, take them out on a paper towel to absorb the excess oil and place aside

  20. 20

    *Gravy / Korma for the dishWe will first make the onion paste, tomato paste and cashew paste separately in a mixer

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    Keep aside

  22. 22

    In a wide bottomed pan, add oil, let it heat, then add the whole spices including cloves, mace, cumin seeds, cardamom, cinnamon stick and let it crackle

  23. 23

    This will take about a minute

  24. 24

    To the pan, add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, ginger garlic paste, the freshly ground onion paste and let it cook for about 4 to 5 minutes until the raw smell of onions go away

  25. 25

    Add in the tomato puree and let it cook until the tomatoes are well combined into the gravy

  26. 26

    Next, add the cashew paste to tomato onion mixture and stir well to get a uniform mixture

  27. 27

    Switch the heat to low, add the beaten curd and let it cook for 2 minutes

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    Next add 1/2 cup of water or more according to the gravy consistency

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    Finally add garam masala powder, sugar, salt to taste and let it cook for 5 minutes on low heat

  30. 30

    Once done, add the mini kachoris to the gravy and garnish it with chopped coriander leaves

  31. 31

    Serve Matar Paneer Kachori Korma with Boondi Raita and Phulka for a weekday meal

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    Serve Matar Paneer Kachori Korma along with Dal Makhani, Palak Raita, Phulka, Jeera Rice and Kachumber Salad for a meal, when you have guests coming home for dinner or you are organizing a house party

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Frequently Asked Questions about Korma

What is Korma?+
Matar Paneer Kachori Korma Recipe - Green Peas And Paneer Kachori Curry is a vegetarian North Indian Recipes lunch dish made with all purpose flour (maida), tablespoons sunflower oil, teaspoons ajwain (carom seeds), salt - to taste, and more. It takes about 1h 20m to prepare and serves 4.
How long does it take to cook Korma?+
Matar Paneer Kachori Korma Recipe - Green Peas And Paneer Kachori Curry takes 1h 20m in total — 50 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking. If you prefer not to cook, you can order it via Zomato or Swiggy in about 30–45 minutes.
What ingredients do I need for Korma?+
Matar Paneer Kachori Korma Recipe - Green Peas And Paneer Kachori Curry requires 33 ingredients including all purpose flour (maida), tablespoons sunflower oil, teaspoons ajwain (carom seeds), salt - to taste, sunflower oil - as required for frying, and 28 more. The full ingredient list with quantities is on this page.
Is Korma easy to make at home?+
Yes! Matar Paneer Kachori Korma Recipe - Green Peas And Paneer Kachori Curry can be made at home in 1h 20m following the 32 steps on this page. The full recipe with exact quantities and step-by-step instructions is available above and on the What2Eat recipe page.
Can I order Korma online?+
Yes! You can order Korma from Zomato or Swiggy. Search for "Korma" on either app to find restaurants near you. Delivery typically takes 30–45 minutes depending on your location.