Kaju Curry | How to make Cashew Nut Curry

Kaju Curry, also known as Cashew Nut Curry, is a popular North Indian dish made with cashews cooked in a flavorful and fragrant curry sauce. It is often served with rice, chapati, or naan and it’s a perfect dish for any occasion. Here’s a recipe for making Kaju Curry:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cashews (soaked in hot water for 15 minutes)
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 cloves
• 2 green cardamoms
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 cup water
• Salt, to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, and green cardamoms. Sauté for a minute.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
4. Add the red chili powder, coriander powder, and turmeric powder. Mix well.
5. Drain the soaked cashews and add them to the pan. Sauté for a minute.
6. Add the water and salt and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cashews are tender.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Enjoy your homemade Kaju Curry! Note: You can adjust the spices according to your preference.