Cottage Cheese and Green Bell Peppers (called Paneer and Simla in India) combine to give a colorful, exciting dish

Serves: 4

Cooking time (approx.): 8 minutes

Style: North Indian Vegetarian

need:
200 grams (about 8 oz.) cottage cheese cut into (1/2") cubes
2 green bell pepper(s) cut into long thin strips
4 garlic cloves crushed
2 tablespoon(s) oil
1 teaspoon(s) red chili powder
1 teaspoon(s) coriander powder
1 teaspoon(s) garam masala powder ( hot spice mix )
8 tablespoons tomato puree
salt and sugar to taste

procedure:
Heat oil and garlic on medium level in a pan for about 2 minute(s). Add green bell pepper strips and stir fry on high heat for a few seconds.
Add red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala (optional) powder, tomato puree, salt and sugar. Mix well. Cook on medium heat uncovered for about 3 minute(s).
Add cottage cheese. Mix well and keep aside. Just before serving, heat on medium level covered for 3 minute(s).

Serve hot with: Cumin Rice (Jeera Chawal), white rice, or sliced bread.