Rashmi Sharma Kadai Mushroom is a popular and flavorful dish from Indian cuisine, prepared with mushrooms and a variety of aromatic spices. It gets its name from the cooking method, as it is traditionally made in a “kadai” (a deep, round-bottomed Indian pan) and features a rich, spicy, and tangy gravy. The dish is a delightful blend of earthy mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and a unique spice mix that makes it absolutely delicious.
Here’s a simple recipe to make Kadai Mushroom:
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Button Mushroom cut lengthwise into half
- 1 Onion cut into cubes
- 1 cubed Capsicum cut into squares
- 2 tsp Oil
- 1 cup Onion finely chopped
- 1 tsp Ginger-garlic paste
- 1 cup Tomato Puree
- 1- 1/2 Cream (malai) or curd
- Spice Powder
- 1/2 tsp Chilli powder
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
For the Kadai Masala Powder
- 2 tsp Coriander seeds
- 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
- 3-4 Red Chillies
- 1/4 tsp Whole Black Peppercorns
- 1/2 Cinnamon inch piece
- 2 Cardamom
- 1 Bay leaf
For the seasoning
- 2 tsp Oil
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds
- For Garnishing
- 1 tsp Dry Kasuri methi
Instructions
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Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan and saute the cubed onions until translucent. Remove from pan.
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In the same pan, saute capsicum until half cooked and remove from pan.
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Add more oil if needed and saute mushrooms until all the water from the mushrooms evaporate and it turns light brown.
Preparation of Kadai Masala Powder
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Dry roast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, whole black peppercorns and red chillies together.
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Dry roast cloves, cinnamon, cardamom and bay leaf together.
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Dry grind both together to a fine powder. This is our Kadai Masala Powder.
Make Kadai Mushroom
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Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, when it sizzles, add finely chopped onions. Saute until onions turn golden brown. Add a little salt to speed up the process.
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Add ginger garlic paste and saute until the raw flavor of the ginger garlic goes.
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Add tomato puree, turmeric powder, chilli powder, kadai masala powder and salt needed.
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Cook until tomato mixture oozes out oil. Lower the heat, add curd or cream and cook for a further few minutes.
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Then add the cubed onions, capsicum, mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes on medium heat.
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Add mushrooms, mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Add a cup of water and simmer until the gravy thickens and leaves oil.
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Rub kasuri methi between your palms and garnish kadai mushroom masala with it.
Tips:
- Mushrooms: Choose fresh, firm mushrooms for the best texture and flavor. You can also use other varieties of mushrooms like cremini or shiitake for a different flavor profile.
- Spice Level: Adjust the number of dry red chilies and green chilies according to your preferred spice level. If you want a milder version, reduce the amount of chili powder.
- Gravy: If you prefer a slightly thicker gravy, you can add a tablespoon of cream or cashew paste towards the end of cooking.
- Bell Peppers: You can experiment with other vegetables like carrots or peas, but bell peppers give a distinct flavor that complements the mushrooms in this dish.
Health Benefits:
- Mushrooms: Mushrooms are low in calories and high in nutrients like fiber, antioxidants, and essential vitamins like vitamin D, which is important for bone health.
- Spices: The spices used in this dish (such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric) are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and digestive benefits.
Kadai Mushroom is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the rich, aromatic spices typical of Indian cooking. It’s a great option for vegetarians and mushroom lovers, and it pairs beautifully with a variety of Indian breads or rice.
