Vegetable Fried Rice with Creamy Gravy and Pan-Seared Paneer

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When you're craving a comforting, delicious meal packed with flavour, nothing beats a plate of vegetable fried rice paired with rich, creamy gravy and perfectly pan-seared paneer. This recipe brings together colourful veggies, fragrant rice, and protein-rich paneer for a wholesome dish that's sure to satisfy. Whether you're making a weekend treat or a cozy dinner, this combination is hearty, healthy, and irresistibly good. Let’s dive into this vibrant recipe!


Ingredients

For Vegetable Fried Rice:

  • Capsicum – ½ cup (diced)

  • Carrot – ½ cup (diced)

  • Cabbage – ½ cup (shredded)

  • Onion – ½ cup (sliced)

  • Garlic – 4 pods (minced)

  • Boiled corn – ½ cup

  • Green onion – for garnish

  • Cooked rice – 1 cup

For Creamy Vegetable Gravy:

  • Steamed broccoli – ½ cup

  • Capsicum – ½ cup (diced)

  • Carrot – ½ cup (diced)

  • Cabbage – ½ cup (shredded)

  • Onion – ½ cup (sliced)

  • Boiled corn – ½ cup

  • Garlic – 4 pods (minced)

  • Milk – ¼ cup

  • Flour – 2 tbsp

  • Cheese – ½ cup (grated)

  • Salt – 1 tsp (adjust to taste)

  • Pepper – 1 tsp (adjust to taste)

For Pan-Seared Paneer:

  • Paneer – 200 grams (cubed)

  • All-spice mix – 1 tsp

  • Salt – as needed

Method

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

  • Wash, chop, and steam (for gravy) or lightly stir-fry (for rice) all the vegetables.

  • Keep the portions for fried rice and creamy gravy separated after initial mixing.


Step 2: Make the Vegetable Fried Rice

  • In a pan, heat some oil and sauté minced garlic until aromatic.

  • Add onions, carrots, capsicum, and cabbage, and stir-fry on high heat for 2-3 minutes.

  • Add the cooked rice and toss well. Season with a little salt and garnish with chopped green onions. Set aside.


Step 3: Make the Creamy Vegetable Gravy

  • In another pan, melt a small amount of butter or oil.

  • Add minced garlic and onions, sauté until translucent.

  • Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the veggies and stir well.

  • Gradually add milk while stirring to create a smooth sauce.

  • Add the fried half veggies to the creamy mix.

  • Mix in the grated cheese, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer until creamy and thick.

Step 4: Prepare the Pan-Seared Paneer or Fried Boiled Eggs

  • Pat dry the paneer cubes.

  • Toss them gently with all-spice and salt; similarly, do the same with the boiled eggs.

  • Heat a non-stick pan, sear the paneer cubes on each side until golden brown and fry boiled eggs similarly on the side.


    Step 5: Assemble the Dish

  • Serve the fried rice with a generous helping of the creamy vegetable gravy.

  • Top it off with the pan-seared paneer cubes for a delicious finish.

Nutritional Value (Approximate per serving)

  • Calories: 450 kcal

  • Protein: 18 g

  • Carbohydrates: 50 g

  • Fats: 20 g

  • Fiber: 5 g

  • Calcium: High (thanks to paneer and cheese)

  • Vitamins A, C, and K: Rich (from the veggies)

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