AI Vs My Maggi Recipe Challenge

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter (divided: 2 tbsp for cooking, 1 tbsp for final melt)
• 1/4 cup Onion (finely chopped)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 piece Green Chili (finely chopped, adjust heat to taste)
• 1/2 medium Tomato (finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup Bell Pepper (diced (any color))
• 1/4 cup Sweet Corn (boiled or frozen, thawed)
• 1 packet Maggi Masala Packet (the seasoning sachet that comes with Maggi noodles)
• 1/4 tsp Chili Powder (adjust to spice preference)
• 1/2 tsp Salt (or to taste)
• 1 tsp Ketchup (adds subtle sweetness)
• 1.5 cup Water (approximately 360 ml)
• 1 packet Maggi Noodles (standard 70g instant noodle block)
• 2 tbsp Paneer (grated, fresh)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients

   Finely chop the onion, garlic, green chili, tomato, and bell pepper. Grate the paneer and set aside.

   Time: PT5M

2. Heat Butter

   Place a non‑stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tbsp of butter. Let it melt completely.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium heat

3. Sauté Aromatics

   Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and green chili to the pan. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

   Time: PT30S

   Temperature: medium heat

4. Add Vegetables

   Stir in the chopped tomato, diced bell pepper, and boiled sweet corn. Cook for 1 minute, allowing the veggies to soften slightly.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium heat

5. Season the Base

   Sprinkle the Maggi masala packet, chili powder, salt, and ketchup over the vegetables. Mix well for 15 seconds.

   Time: PT15S

   Temperature: medium heat

6. Cook Noodles

   Pour in 1.5 cups of water and bring to a gentle boil. Add the Maggi noodle block, break it slightly with the spatula, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender and most liquid is absorbed.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

7. Final Touch

   Turn off the heat. Sprinkle the grated paneer over the noodles and add the remaining 1 tbsp butter. Cover the pan for 30 seconds to let the butter melt and the paneer soften.

   Time: PT30S

8. Serve

   Give the noodles a final stir, transfer to a serving bowl, and enjoy hot.

   Time: PT15S

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

12g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

12g

Fiber

3g