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Stuffed Tomatoes in Malai Gravy

Got bored of the regular gravies and looking for something different to make? These tomatoes stuffed with paneer, potatoes and dry fruits in a creamy gravy are a very good option. I made these for a few guests who were visiting us and everyone just loved it.

Stuffed tomatoes in malai gravy is an excellent vegetarian recipe. It is a perfect option for you to try if you have some guests coming in for the evening or if you are planning a potluck. This delicious recipe will leave your taste-buds craving for more.

Do give it a try. Here is the recipe.

Ingredients

  • Tomatoes- 6 ( try to choose tomatoes that are broad and have a flat base for this recipe )
  • Oil- 1tsp
  • Salt- ½ tsp

For the filling

  • Potato- ½ cup (boiled, peeled and grated)
  • Paneer- 1 cup (grated)
  • Cheese- 2tbsp (grated. I used 2 cheese slices broken into small pieces )
  • Salt to taste
  • Raisins- 8-10
  • Cashew nuts- 4-5 (broken)
  • Coriander- 2tbsp (chopped)
  • Green chilli- 1 (chopped)
  • Garam masala powder- ½ tsp

For the gravy

  • Ghee- 2tbsp
  • Oil- 2tbsp
  • Black peppercorn- 4-5
  • Cloves- 4-5
  • Black cardamom- 2
  • Cinnamon stick- 1 inch piece
  • Bay leaf- 1
  • Onion- 1 and ½ cup (chopped)
  • Ginger garlic paste- 2tsp
  • Green chili- 2-3 (slit into halves)
  • Coriander powder- 2tsp
  • Red chili powder- ½ tsp
  • Turmeric powder- ½ tsp
  • Garam masala powder- ½ tsp
  • White pepper powder- ½ tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Khoya- 4tbsp
  • Lemon juice- 2tsp
  • Honey- 1tsp
  • Fresh cream- 3tbsp

Method of preparation

Method of preparation

For the filling

Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.

Method of preparation

Method of preparation

For the tomatoes

  • Remove the top of the tomatoes and scoop the flesh from inside.
  • Puree the pulp in a blender.
  • Pre heat the oven to 180 degrees C.
  • Mix oil and salt in a bowl and apply it on the skin of the tomatoes.
  • Fill the tomatoes with the filling and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and serve on top of the gravy.
Method of preparation

Method of preparation

For the gravy

  • Heat ghee and oil in a pan.
  • When the oil is hot, add black peppercorn, cloves, black cardamom, cinnamon stick and bay leaf.
  • Fry for 15 seconds.
  • Add onion and fry for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add ginger garlic paste and fry till onion turns golden brown.
Method of preparation

Method of preparation

  • Add tomato puree that we made from the tomato pulp and green chili and cook for a minute.
  • Add coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, white pepper powder and salt and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Add khoya and cook for a minute.
  • Add lemon juice, honey and 12 cup water and cook for a minute.
  • Add cream and cook for another minute.
Method of preparation

Method of preparation

  • Transfer the gravy in the serving platter.
  • Keep the stuffed tomatoes on top.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander.
  • Serve hot with paratha or naan.

Story first published: Friday, October 25, 2013, 18:17 [IST]