Cuisine of Punjab:Mushroom Curry

Ingredients:

• 225g/ 80z leeks, finely sliced
• 1/2 tsp grated ginger
• 2 tsps curry powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 2 Tbsp oil
• 450g/ 1lb mushrooms, cut into quarters
• 100g/ 40z creamed coconut, grated
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice

Directions:

An ideal snack or supper dish.

1. Fry the leeks, garlic, ginger and spices in the oil until soft.

2. Add the mushrooms and cook over a low heat until soft.

3. Add the grated coconut and and cook gently until the coconut has completely dissolved, adding a little water if the mixture appears too dry.

4. Stir in the lemon juice and sufficient salt to taste.

5. Serve on a bed of rice.

Serving Idea: Serve with a tomato and onion salad.

Time: Preparation takes 15 minutes, cooking about 20 minutes.

Serves: Four

Preparation time: 15 minutes

From: Rita Sinha/ ritasinha@123india.com

Source: vegweb.com