For The Massaman Curry Paste

1 tsp coriander (dhania) seeds

1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)

1 tsp clove (laung / lavang)

1 whole star anise (chakri phool)

6 shallots (madras onions) , chopped

4 whole dry Kashmiri red chilli , broken into pieces

1 tbsp lemongrass (hare chai ki patti)

1/2 tsp lemon rind

1 tsp cinnamon (dalchini) powder

1 tsp oil

salt to taste

For The Rice

3 cups steamed rice (chawal)

1 cup paneer (cottage cheese) cubes

1/4 cup diagonally cut and blanched French beans

1/4 cup cut into thin strips carrot , parboiled

2 tsp oil

salt to taste

For The Garnish

2 tbsp roasted and coarsely crushed peanuts

2 tbsp finely chopped spring onion greens