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Cheesy Paneer Masala – North Indian Style

Recipe by The Britannia Cheesy Kitchen

  • Ready in25 min
  • Prep10 min
  • Cook15 min
  • CuisineIndian · North Indian
  • Serves4 People
  • Calories~300 kcal
Cheesy Paneer Masala – North Indian Style

Ingredients

For the Cheesy Tomato Puree

  • 2 cupsTomato Puree (cooked)
  • 2 tablespoonsBritannia Classic Cheese Spread

For the Masala

  • 2 tablespoonsOil
  • 1Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 inchGinger, finely chopped
  • 6 clovesGarlic, finely chopped
  • 2Badi Elaichi (Black Cardamom)
  • 1/2 teaspoonTurmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoonRed Chilli Powder
  • 1 teaspoonGaram Masala Powder
  • To tasteSalt
  • 1 tablespoonHoney
  • 200 gramsPaneer, cut into cubes
  • 1 tablespoonKasuri Methi

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Prepare the Cheesy Tomato Puree

    Add 2 cups of cooked tomato puree and 2 tablespoons of Britannia Classic Cheese Spread into a mixer grinder. Blend until it forms a smooth, creamy puree.

  2. 2.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. Sauté until the onion softens and turns light golden brown.

  3. 3.Add Spices and Tomato Puree

    Add 2 badi elaichi (black cardamom) to the sautéed aromatics and stir. 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.

  4. 4.Simmer the Gravy

    Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients. Allow the tomato gravy to simmer until it bubbles up and reaches a nice thick and creamy consistency.

  5. 5.Add Paneer and Kasuri Methi

    Once the gravy is bubbling, add 200 grams of paneer cut into cubes and 1 tablespoon of kasuri methi. Stir gently to coat the paneer.

  6. 6.Final Simmer and Serve

    Simmer the paneer masala for another 3 to 4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Turn off the heat. Serve hot with ghee rice or phulka.

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Cheesy Paneer Masala – North Indian Style

Ready in

25 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~300 kcal
Recipe by The Britannia Cheesy Kitchen on YouTube
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For the Cheesy Tomato Puree

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For the Masala

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. 1

    Prepare the Cheesy Tomato Puree

    Add 2 cups of cooked tomato puree and 2 tablespoons of Britannia Classic Cheese Spread into a mixer grinder. Blend until it forms a smooth, creamy puree.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    Add Spices and Tomato Puree

    Add 2 badi elaichi (black cardamom) to the aromatics and stir. 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.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Gravy

    Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients. Allow the tomato gravy to until it bubbles up and reaches a nice thick and creamy consistency.

  5. 5

    Add Paneer and Kasuri Methi

    Once the gravy is bubbling, add 200 grams of paneer cut into cubes and 1 tablespoon of kasuri methi. Stir gently to coat the paneer.

  6. 6

    Final Simmer and Serve

    the paneer masala for another to allow the flavors to meld. Turn off the heat. Serve hot with ghee rice or phulka.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelHot
Ginger · Chili powder · Garam masala
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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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.
Ingredient Substitutions
  • 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.
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
dairy

Variations

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  • 1
    Serve with hot phulkas

    Tawa paratha, or ghee rice.

Helpful Tips

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  • 1
    Cooking tipBlending the Cheese Spread with

    Blending the cheese spread with the tomato puree ensures a perfectly smooth and creamy texture without needing to stir it in later.

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