The recipe for making Shahi Rezala.
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Shahi Rezala is a delicious Mughlai dish popular in India and Bangladesh. It is a rich and creamy meat curry with a distinct flavor. Here's a recipe for making Shahi Rezala:
Ingredients:
- 500 grams boneless meat (chicken, mutton, or beef), cut into cubes
- 1 cup yogurt (whisked)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons ghee or clarified butter
- 2 medium onions, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons ginger paste
- 2 teaspoons garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon white pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron strands (optional, soaked in 2 tablespoons warm milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon green cardamom powder
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg powder
- 1/2 teaspoon rose water
- Salt to taste
- Chopped coriander leaves for garnish
For the spice paste:
- 10-12 cashew nuts
- 10-12 almonds
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon melon seeds
- 1 tablespoon grated coconut
- 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds
- 2 green chilies
Instructions:
1. In a blender, grind all the ingredients for the spice paste (cashew nuts, almonds, poppy seeds, melon seeds, grated coconut, white sesame seeds, and green chilies) into a smooth paste. You can add a little water if needed.
2. Heat ghee in a large pan or kadai over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add the ginger paste and garlic paste to the pan and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
4. Now, add the meat cubes to the pan and cook until they are browned on all sides.
5. Reduce the heat to low and add the spice paste to the pan. Mix well and cook for a couple of minutes, stirring continuously.
6. Next, add the whisked yogurt to the pan and mix well with the meat and spices. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Add the white pepper powder, sugar, and salt to taste. Mix well.
8. Pour in the milk and give it a stir. Cover the pan and let the meat cook on low heat until tender. This may take around 30-40 minutes, depending on the type of meat used.
9. Once the meat is tender, add the saffron strands soaked in milk, green cardamom powder, and nutmeg powder to the pan. Stir well.
10. Finally, add the heavy cream and rose water to the pan and mix gently. Allow the curry to simmer for a few more minutes.
11. Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning if needed.
12. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Your Shahi Rezala is now ready to be served! It pairs well with naan, roti, or steamed rice. Enjoy the rich and flavorful Mughlai delicacy.
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