Achari Paneer Quinoa Khichadi

Copy Icon
Twitter Icon
Achari Paneer Quinoa Khichadi

Enjoy rich authentic India paneer recipe! These paneer dishes are so simple and yet utterly flavoursome!

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :15 Min

Cook Time : 30 Min

Total Time : 45 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 4
  • 3/4 cups quinoa, soaked overnight


  • 1/4 cups split skinless moong dal


  • 2 tbsp ghee


  • 1 tsp cumin seeds


  • 1 pinch asafoetida


  • 1 nos green chilli


  • 1/2 tsp grated ginger


  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder


  • 1 tsp salt


  • 1/2 cups chopped carrot


  • 1/2 cups chopped cabbage


  • 1/4 cups chopped coriander


  • 400 gms paneer


  • 3 tbsp mustard oil


  • 1 tbsp achari masala


  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste


  • 1 tsp lemon juice


  • 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

  • Cut paneer slab in 1cm thick slices.
  • In a bowl mix mustard oil, achari masala, ginger garlic paste, lemon juice and salt.
  • Gently massage paneer slices with this achari mixture and allow it to sit for minimum 2 hours.
  • Wash soaked quinoa and moong dal 2-3 times with clean water.
  • In a pressure cooker, heat ghee. Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, green chilli, grated ginger and turmeric.
  • Add quinoa, moong dal, chopped carrot, cabbage and salt along with 3 1/3 cups water.
  • Pressure cook for 4-5 whistles.
  • Heat a non-stick pan. Brush with oil. Place paneer slices and cook for 30 seconds on both sides.
  • To serve, arrange paneer slices such that it forms a well shape. Pour quinoa khichadi inside the well and garnish with chopped coriander.