Indulge in the rich flavors of Rajasthan with this spicy and aromatic Jodhpuri Mirch Paneer recipe. Bursting with the essence of traditional Indian spices and the fiery & Sweet taste of Mathania Mirch, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a hearty meal or a festive occasion, this recipe promises a culinary adventure through the vibrant streets of Jodhpur. Hope you enjoy the sense tingling flavors of this Mathania Paneer Recipe.

What is Mathania Mirch?

Mathania Mirch, also known as Mathania Chili, is a type of chili pepper that originates from the region of Mathania in Rajasthan, India. It is particularly famous for its intense heat and vibrant red color. Mathania Mirch is widely used in Rajasthani cuisine to add spiciness and flavor to various dishes, including curries, chutneys, pickles, and snacks.

These chilies are known for their unique flavor profile, which combines heat with a slightly sweet and smoky taste. They are often dried and used in powdered form as well. Mathania Mirch is prized for its quality and is considered a staple ingredient in many Rajasthani kitchens.

This recipe uses Mathania red chili to make flavorful Mathania Paneer. you can substitute it with any other mild flavor red chili, but flavor will not be as sensual.

How to Make Jodhpuri Mirch Paneer

Prepare Chilli Paste for Jodhpuri Mirch Paneer

Soak 3 Mathania red chilies or any other mild-flavored chilies such as Kashmiri or Byadagi red chilies in 1 cup of hot water for 30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, blend the soaked chilies with 3 tablespoons of water to create a smooth paste.

Prepare Jodhpuri Mirch Paneer

Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Once the oil is hot, add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds (jeera) and fry until the cumin seeds splutter.

Add 2 medium-sized finely chopped onions and fry them until they turn a light golden brown color.

Add 1 tablespoon of ginger garlic paste, 1 teaspoon of chopped ginger, 5-6 slit green chilies, and the prepared red chili paste.

Mix well and sauté for a few minutes, then add finely chopped 3 large tomatoes.

Cook the tomatoes until they become mushy and soft, and the oil starts to leave the sides of the pan.

Add salt to taste and 1 tablespoon of garam masala. Sauté for 30 seconds.

Add the paneer cubes to the masala mixture and coat them evenly. Cook covered for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with roti, naan, or rice.

Recipe Card

Jodhpuri Mirch Paneer | Mathania Paneer

Jodhpuri Mirch Paneer is a flavorful dish originating from the city of Jodhpur in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It typically consists of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cooked with Mathania Mirch, a variety of chili known for its spice and flavor. The dish often includes a blend of aromatic spices and other ingredients such as onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and coriander leaves. It's known for its bold flavors, rich gravy, and spicy kick.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian, Jodhpuri, Rajasthani

Servings 3

Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients

  

For Chilli Paste

• 1 cup warm water for soaking chilies
• 3 Mathania mirch Replace any other mild-flavored chilies such as Kashmiri or Byadagi red chilies
• 200 gms paneer (Indian cottage cheese)
• 3 tbsp oil

For Jodhpuri Mirch Paneer

• 1 tsp cumin (Jeera)
• 2 medium sized onions
• 3 large tomatoes
• 5 green chilies
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 1 tsp chopped ginger
• 1 tbsp garam masala
• salt as per taste
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves

Instructions

 

Making chilli paste

• Soak 3 Mathania red chilies or any other mild-flavored chilies such as Kashmiri or Byadagi red chilies in 1 cup of hot water for 30 minutes.
• After 30 minutes, blend the soaked chilies with 3 tablespoons of water to create a smooth paste.

Making Jodhpuri Mirch Paneer

• Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a pan.
• Once the oil is hot, add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds (jeera) and fry until the cumin seeds splutter.
• Add 2 medium-sized finely chopped onions and fry them until they turn a light golden brown color.
• Add 1 tablespoon of ginger garlic paste, 1 teaspoon of chopped ginger, 5-6 slit green chilies, and the prepared red chili paste.
• Mix well and sauté for a few minutes.
• Add 3 finely chopped large tomatoes.
• Cook the tomatoes until they become mushy and soft, and the oil starts to leave the sides of the pan.
• Add salt to taste.
• Add 1 tablespoon of garam masala.
• Sauté for 30 seconds.
• Add the paneer cubes to the masala mixture and coat them evenly.
• Cook covered for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
• Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with roti, naan, or rice.

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