Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Fry Paneer and Capsicum

   Heat 3 tbsp oil in a pan. Add 15 paneer cubes and half cubed capsicum. Stir fry until the paneer and capsicum turn golden brown. Drain them off and set aside.

2. 2.Sauté Aromatics

   In the same pan, add 1 tsp cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then, add 1 finely chopped onion and 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste. Sauté well until the onions turn golden brown, which takes about 3-5 minutes.

3. 3.Add Spices and Tomatoes

   Reduce the flame to low and add half tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, half tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, and 1 tsp salt. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the spices turn aromatic and oil starts to separate. Add 3 crushed tomatoes and sauté well for 5-7 minutes until oil separates and the mixture forms a smooth consistency.

4. 4.Simmer the Gravy

   Pour in 1 cup of hot water and mix well. Bring the gravy to a boil. Then, add the previously fried paneer and capsicum.

5. 5.Finish with Cream and Herbs

   Add 2 tbsp cream and mix well, adjusting the consistency as desired. Cover the pan and simmer for 5 minutes until the curry is cooked well and the flavors are absorbed into the paneer. Finally, add half tsp garam masala, 2 tbsp crushed kasuri methi, and chopped coriander. Mix well to combine all the flavors.

6. 6.Serve

   Serve the Dhaba style paneer sabji hot with roti, naan, or rice.