Cheesy Paneer Masala
For the Cheesy Tomato Puree
For the Masala
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prepare the Cheesy Tomato Puree
Pour 2 cups of cooked tomato puree into a mixer grinder. Add 2 tablespoons of Britannia Classic Cheese Spread. Blend until a smooth, creamy puree is formed.
Sauté Aromatics
Heat oil in a preheated pan. Add 1 finely chopped onion, 1 inch of finely chopped ginger, and 6 cloves of finely chopped garlic. until the onion softens and turns light golden brown.
Add Spices and Cheesy Puree
Once the onions are golden brown, add 2 Badi Elaichi (black cardamom) and stir. Immediately pour in the blended cheesy tomato puree. Add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon red chilli powder, 1 teaspoon garam masala powder, salt to taste, and 1 tablespoon honey. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Simmer the Gravy
Allow the tomato mixture to come to a brisk boil and for a few minutes until it thickens slightly and bubbles up. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add a little water at this stage.
Add Paneer and Kasuri Methi
Once the masala is bubbling, add 200 grams of paneer cubes and 1 tablespoon of Kasuri Methi. Stir gently to coat the paneer with the gravy. for another to allow the flavors to meld and the paneer to absorb the gravy.
Serve
Turn off the heat. The Cheesy Paneer Masala is ready. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with phulka, tawa paratha, or ghee rice.
Before You Cook
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No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
No Honey?
- Maple syrup (1:1)
- 1 1/4 cup sugar + 1/4 cup water (per 1 cup honey)
No Paneer?
- Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
- Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.
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