Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsMintt Indian CuisineChef Recommended New Veg Dinner Recipe

Chef Recommended New Veg Dinner Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Veg appetizer and salad, one choice of veg curry, two house curries, raita, pulao rice, naan, papad and dessert.

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Ingredients

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Appetizer and Salad

House Curries (Choose 2)

Pulao Rice

Naan and Papad

Dessert

Method

Appetizer and Salad

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.

  2. 2

    Dress the Salad

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Veg Curry

  1. 3

    Cook Mixed Vegetables

    In a large saucepan, heat some oil over medium heat. Add grated ginger and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.

  2. 4

    Add Spices and Coconut Milk

    Stir in curry powder, turmeric, and the mixed vegetables. Pour in coconut milk, season with salt, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  3. 5

    Finish with Coriander

    Once cooked, sprinkle chopped coriander over the curry and serve.

House Curries

  1. 6

    Prepare Paneer Curry

    In a pan, heat oil and add chopped onion. Cook until translucent, then stir in garam masala and diced paneer. Cook for a few minutes until well combined.

  2. 7

    Prepare Spinach Curry

    In another pan, sauté cumin seeds and chopped onion. Add washed spinach and cook until wilted. Blend in tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.

Raita

  1. 8

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine yogurt with grated cucumber and chopped mint. Season with salt to taste.

Pulao Rice

  1. 9

    Prepare the Rice

    In a pot, heat oil and add cumin seeds and bay leaves. Add basmati rice, stirring briefly to coat, then pour in vegetable broth.

  2. 10

    Cook the Rice

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.

Naan and Papad

  1. 11

    Warm Naan and Papad

    Warm naan and papad on a skillet for a minute on each side or until heated through.

Dessert

  1. 12

    Serve the Dessert

    Plate the gulab jamun and serve warm as a delightful finish to the meal.

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