MICROWAVE MAGIC ~ MUSHROOM MALAI CURRY

Another delicious dish for those who want to use their microwave for simple, rustic everyday cooking, this dish is for the very talented Srivalli (http://cooking4allseasons.blogspot.com/2007/12/microwave-easy-cooking-with-side-dish.html)who hosts her MEC (Microwave easy cooking event) every month.The theme for this month is gravies.

           

                                              Mushroom malai curry

Ingredients-

• Fresh mushrooms- 1 packet ,washed and sliced
• Onion- 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato puree- 4-5 tbsp
• Garam masala- 1 tsp
• Ginger+garlic paste- 1/2 tsp
• Fresh coriander for garnish
• Fresh cream- 1 tbsp
• Desi ghee- 2 tbsp
• Cayenne pepper-1/4 tsp
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method-

Heat ghee in a large microwave proof dish, add onions+ginger and garlic paste and microwave on high for 5 minutes or till onions are slightly golden ,add all the other ingredients except for cream and coriander , alongwith 1/2 cup hot water and microwave again for 10-15 minutes , stir in cream , garnish with coriander and serve with hot chapatis or rice.... SIMPLE, EASY AND DELICIOUS!

Add tender peas too if you like!

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