Known for championing India’s diverse culinary traditions, Michelin-starred chef Vikas Khanna is celebrating the flavours of Madhya Pradesh with a special Indore-inspired menu at his acclaimed New York City restaurant, Bungalow.
The restaurant showcases regional Indian cuisines from across the country, and the latest edition of its “Celebrating India” series shines the spotlight on Indore’s legendary food culture, featuring iconic dishes like Bhutte Ka Kees and drawing inspiration from the city’s famous Sarafa food market. (Also read: Chef Kunal Kapur shares how to make cafe-style creamy caramel cold coffee with homemade syrup: See step-by-step recipe )
Chef Vikas Khanna honours Indore's culinary heritage in NYC
Sharing the update on Instagram, Vikas Khanna wrote, “Since we began Celebrating India, we’ve journeyed across the country, one state at a time, honoring the stories, traditions, and flavors that make every region extraordinary.”
Announcing the latest chapter in the culinary series, he added, “This week, we celebrate the legendary food streets of INDORE, where every bite tells a story.”
{{/usCountry}}Announcing the latest chapter in the culinary series, he added, “This week, we celebrate the legendary food streets of INDORE, where every bite tells a story.”
{{/usCountry}}The chef revealed that the specially curated menu pays tribute to the city’s vibrant street food culture. “Inspired by the iconic flavors of Sarafa, today’s menu brings together chilled yogurt, soft lentil dahi bhallas, spiced tamarind, crispy sev & pickled radish,” he shared.
No homage to Indore would be complete without one of its most loved delicacies. Explaining its significance, Khanna wrote, “And to complete the experience, we’re adding Bhutte Ka Kees. Literally meaning ‘grated corn,’ this beloved Indori specialty is slow-cooked with milk and spices into one of the city’s most comforting and iconic dishes.”
He concluded the post with a heartfelt tribute to the city, writing, “One city. Countless memories. Endless flavor.”
Chef Vikas Khanna’s Bhutte Ka Kees recipe
Ingredients
- 3-4 fresh corn cobs, grated
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 2 green chillies, finely chopped
- 1 cup milk
- Salt, to taste
- Red chilli powder
- Roasted cumin powder
- Black pepper
- Fresh coriander
- Thick yogurt
- Mint chutney
- Tamarind chutney
- Nylon sev
- Pomegranate arils
Method
1. Heat ghee in a pan and sauté the chopped green chillies.
2. Add the grated corn and cook for 2-3 minutes. Pour in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens.
3. Season with salt, red chilli powder, roasted cumin powder and black pepper. Mix in chopped coriander.
4. Whisk yogurt with a little salt and spices until smooth.
5. Spread the yogurt on a serving plate and place the warm Bhutte Ka Kees in the centre.
6. Top with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, nylon sev, pomegranate arils and fresh coriander. Serve immediately.