Name: Instant Paneer Sabji Paneer Masala – Dhaba Style
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 People
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 3 tbsp Oil; 15 cubes Paneer; half, cubed Capsicum; 1 tsp Cumin; 1, finely chopped Onion; 2 tbsp, chopped Ginger Garlic; half tsp Turmeric; 1 tsp Chilli Powder; half tsp Cumin Powder; half tsp Coriander Powder; 1 tsp Salt; 3, crushed Tomato; 1 cup Hot Water; 2 tbsp Cream; half tsp Garam Masala; 2 tbsp, crushed Kasuri Methi; 2 tbsp, chopped Coriander

Recipe Summary

A quick and easy recipe for a dhaba-style paneer masala curry. This dish features pan-fried paneer and capsicum simmered in a rich and aromatic onion-tomato gravy, finished with cream and spices for a restaurant-quality taste at home.

All Ingredients - For Paneer Masala

Oil 3 tbsp
Paneer 15 cubes
Capsicum half, cubed
Cumin 1 tsp
Onion 1, finely chopped
Ginger Garlic 2 tbsp, chopped
Turmeric half tsp
Chilli Powder 1 tsp
Cumin Powder half tsp
Coriander Powder half tsp
Salt 1 tsp
Tomato 3, crushed
Hot Water 1 cup
Cream 2 tbsp
Garam Masala half tsp
Kasuri Methi 2 tbsp, crushed
Coriander 2 tbsp, chopped

⚠ Contains Allergens

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Fry Paneer and Capsicum

In a pan, heat 3 tbsp of oil. Add 15 cubes of paneer and half a cubed capsicum.

Step 2: Stir Fry and Set Aside

Stir fry the paneer and capsicum until they turn golden brown. Drain them from the oil and set aside in a bowl.

Step 3: Sauté Aromatics

In the same pan with the remaining oil, add 1 tsp of cumin and let it splutter. Then, add 1 finely chopped onion and 2 tbsp of chopped ginger and garlic. Sauté well.

Step 4: Brown the Onions

Continue to sauté the onion mixture until it turns golden brown.

Step 5: Add and Cook Spices

Add half tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, half tsp cumin powder, half tsp coriander powder, and 1 tsp salt. Sauté on a low flame until the spices become aromatic.

Step 6: Cook the Tomato Base

Add 3 crushed tomatoes and sauté well. Cook until the oil separates from the masala and it forms a smooth paste.

Step 7: Prepare the Gravy

Pour in 1 cup of hot water and mix well to form a gravy. Bring it to a boil.

Step 8: Combine Ingredients

Add the fried paneer and capsicum back into the pan. Then, add 2 tbsp of cream and mix everything well. Adjust the consistency if needed.

Step 9: Simmer the Curry

Cover the pan with a lid and let the curry simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb the flavors.

Step 10: Add Finishing Spices and Herbs

Uncover the pan. Add half tsp of garam masala, 2 tbsp of crushed kasuri methi, and 2 tbsp of chopped coriander.

Step 11: Final Mix and Serve

Mix well one last time to combine all the flavors. The Dhaba Style Paneer Masala is ready to be served.

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Recipe Summary

All Ingredients - For Paneer Masala

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Fry Paneer and Capsicum

Step 2: Stir Fry and Set Aside

Step 3: Sauté Aromatics

Step 4: Brown the Onions

Step 5: Add and Cook Spices

Step 6: Cook the Tomato Base

Step 7: Prepare the Gravy

Step 8: Combine Ingredients

Step 9: Simmer the Curry

Step 10: Add Finishing Spices and Herbs

Step 11: Final Mix and Serve

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