Indian Spiced Dinner Casserole Recipe

About this recipe

A hearty and flavorful Indian-inspired casserole featuring spiced vegetables, paneer, and a creamy tomato base, perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• - Tin Star Foods Grassfed Ghee
• - Rajah Jeera Whole Cumin Seeds
• - Cofresh Whole Green Chilli 350g
• - Everest Paneer
• 300ml British Creme Fraiche
• 130 g Essential Organic Italian Tomato Puree Double Concentrate 130G
• 200G Heera Madras Plain Papad 200g
• - Schwartz Coriander Leaf Jar
• 400 g Trs Turmeric Powder 400G
• 100 G Rajah Garam Masala
• - Mill & Mortar Finishing Salt Flakes Gift Set

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with ghee.
2. 2. Heat 1 tbsp of ghee in a pan and sauté 1 tsp cumin seeds until aromatic. Add 1 chopped green chili and 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, stirring for 30 seconds.
3. 3. Add 1 cup of crumbled paneer to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
4. 4. In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup of creme fraiche and 1/2 cup of tomato puree. Season with 1 tsp garam masala and salt to taste.
5. 5. Combine the cooked paneer mixture with the creamy tomato mixture and pour it into the prepared baking dish.
6. 6. Spread 1 cup of crushed papad or breadcrumbs evenly over the top for a crispy layer.
7. 7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
8. 8. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.