Bengali Chhanar Dalna (Cottage Cheese Curry With Poppy Seeds And Potatoes) Recipe

About this recipe

A traditional Bengali vegetarian breakfast dish made with fresh cottage cheese (chhana), poppy seed paste, and potatoes, cooked in mustard oil. Balanced in flavors with a medium spice level, it’s packed with protein and perfect for a weight-loss diet.

Ingredients

• 200 g Paneer
• 250 Gms Poppy Seeds
• 500 ml Water
• 1Kg Potato
• 250g Green Chilli
• 250g Ginger
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 500 G Sugar
• 10G Salt
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• 250g Coriander

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat mustard oil in a pan until it reaches its smoking point, then lower the heat.
2. Step 2: Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter.
3. Step 3: Add the potato cubes and sauté for 5-6 minutes until lightly golden. Sprinkle turmeric powder and mix well.
4. Step 4: Add the poppy seed paste, grated ginger, and slit green chilies. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the oil starts to separate.
5. Step 5: Add paneer cubes, red chili powder, sugar, and salt. Mix gently to coat the paneer without breaking it.
6. Step 6: Add water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the potatoes are fully cooked and the curry has a slightly thick consistency.
7. Step 7: Adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh coriander leaves, and serve hot.