Paneer Butter Masala

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This recipe is for paneer lovers who are always looking for variations in paneer. How will it be if a rich, creamy and flavorful dish is made of paneer. This recipe is Paneer butter masala, this is a north classic recipe in which soft paneer cubes are combined with tomato based gravy and butter tadka is added which makes its texture very rich, creamy and delicious. No amount of praise is enough for Paneer butter masala because its taste is so impressive, overall a perfect recipe full of paneer protein.

You can enjoy this recipe by making it for lunch or dinner as well. You will like its taste so much that you can make it anytime and enjoy restaurant style paneer butter masala at home with your family.

  • Rich and Creamy texture
  • Full of flavors
  • High in Protein

Ingredients:

  • 200g paneer (cubed)
  • 3 large tomatoes (pureed)
  • 1 onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp butter (or ghee)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 10-12 cashews (soaked and blended)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander (for garnish)

Cooking Instructions:

  1. Heat oil and butter in a pan. Add cumin seeds, followed by chopped onions and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until golden brown.
  2. Now, add the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates. Stir in turmeric, chili powder, and salt.
  3. Blend soaked cashews into a paste and add to the pan. Let it simmer for a few minutes, then pour in the cream and garam masala.
  4. Gently toss in the paneer cubes and coat them well with the gravy. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Crush kasuri methi between your palms and sprinkle over the dish. Garnish with fresh coriander.

Once the above process is done, be ready to experience mouth-watering paneer dish. Paneer Butter Masala pairs wonderfully with buttery naan, steamed basmati rice, or jeera rice. Add a side of cucumber salad or pickled onions for a complete meal. Enjoy!

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