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Rampur ka Spl Taar Korma | रामपुरी तार कोरमा | Original Raampuri Taar Ghosht Recipe | Kunal Kapur

Chef Kunal Kapur Curries & Gravies 40 Mins 4 Servings 109.9K views Dec 27, 2024
Rampuri Taar Korma ka naam sunte hi sab ke muh mein paani aa jata hai. Aaj hum aur Chef Osama Jalali sath mai banayenge ye recipe bhaut asaan tareeke se. Thanks to Hamdard Khalis Masale, ab korma banana hai super simple. Toh dekhiye ye comforting si recipe and mujeh bataye ki aapke ghar mein Taar Korma kaise banaya jaata hai. Introducing – India Ka Shahi Zaayqa!

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

Main Ingredients

  • Ghee (घी) - 250 gms/ 1 cup
  • Onion, sliced (प्याज़) - 1½ cups
  • Cardamom (इलाइची) - 5-6 nos
  • Cloves (लौंग) - 5-6 nos
  • Bay leaf (तेज पत्ता) - 2 nos
  • Fox nuts (मखाना) - ½ cup
  • Desiccated coconut (सूखा नारियल बुरादा) - ¼ cup
  • Melon seeds, powdered (मगज़ पाउडर) - ¼ cup
  • Milk (दूध) - ½ cup
  • Kewra water (केवड़ा जल) - a dash
  • Mutton Nalli, boti, chop (मटन) - 1 kg
  • Ginger garlic paste (अदरक लहसुन पेस्ट) - 1½ tbsp
  • Fresh Onion paste (पीसा हुआ प्याज़) - ⅓ cup
  • Hamdard Khaalis Turmeric (हल्दी) - ½ tsp
  • Hamdard Khaalis Red chili powder (लाल मिर्च) - 1½ tsp
  • Hamdard Khaalis Coriander powder (धनिया पाउडर) - 1½ tbsp
  • Curd (दही) - 1 cup
  • Hamdard Khaalis Korma Masala (कोरमा मसाला) - 2 tbsp
  • Salt (नमक) - to taste
  • Water (पानी) - 4 cups
  • Hamdard Khaalis Zafrani Garam Masala (गरम मसाला) - ½ tsp
  • Kewra water (केवड़ा जल) - a dash

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. 1
    Ingredient Preparation: Wash, prep, and accurately measure all fresh ingredients, aromatics, and spice blends as listed in the ingredients section.
  2. 2
    Sautéing & Blooming Spices: Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium flame. Add whole spices and aromatics (ginger, garlic, green chillies) to bloom their essential oils until fragrant.
  3. 3
    Building the Flavor Base: Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent or golden brown. Stir in tomatoes and ground spices (turmeric, coriander, chilli powder), cooking on medium-low heat until the oil begins to separate from the masala.
  4. 4
    Simmering to Perfection: Incorporate the primary ingredients (vegetables, paneer, lentils, or proteins) and simmer gently with warm water or broth until tender and deeply infused with flavor.
  5. 5
    Finishing & Garnish: Adjust seasoning with salt, sprinkle freshly crushed roasted kasoori methi and garam masala, and garnish generously with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve piping hot with roti, paratha, or fragrant basmati rice.

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

The secret to authentic restaurant-style gravies lies in the 'Bhuna' stage: cook your onion-tomato masala slowly over medium-low heat until tiny beads of aromatic oil separate around the edges of the pan. This cooks out any raw spice flavor and caramelizes the natural sugars.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover Rampur ka Spl Taar Korma?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.