Ready in

40 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

25 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Mild
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All Ingredients

For Frying Paneer

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For Gravy Paste

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For Tempering and Spices

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Fry the Paneer

    Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Add the paneer cubes and a pinch of salt. Fry until lightly golden, then remove and set aside.

  2. Prepare the Gravy Paste

    In a blender, combine chopped tomatoes, green chillies, ginger, soaked cashews, 50 grams of paneer, and chopped capsicum. Blend until a smooth paste is formed.

  3. Temper the Spices

    In the same pan with the remaining oil, add bay leaf, dry red chillies, cumin seeds, and one slit green chilli. for about until fragrant.

  4. Cook the Gravy

    Add the prepared gravy paste to the pan. Mix well. Then add salt, turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder, and asafoetida. Cook for , stirring occasionally, until the oil starts to separate from the paste.

  5. Add Maggi Masala and Water

    Stir in one packet of Maggi masala. Pour in 1 cup of hot water and mix thoroughly. Bring the gravy to a quick boil.

  6. Combine with Paneer

    Add the fried paneer cubes to the boiling gravy. Mix gently to coat the paneer. Let it for to allow the flavors to meld.

  7. Serve

    The no onion, no garlic paneer sabji is now ready. Serve hot with rice, roti, or naan.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Paneer?

    • Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
    • Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.
  • No Bay leaf?

    • 1/4 tsp dried thyme (per leaf)
    • Pinch of dried oregano
  • No Asafoetida (hing)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder + 1/4 tsp onion powder
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy and nuts.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add a pinch of sugarCustomise

    Add a pinch of sugar to balance the tanginess of tomatoes if desired.

  • For a smoky flavor

    You can lightly char the capsicum before blending.

  • Substitute paneer with tofu for a vegan optionDietary option

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • PreparationSoaking Cashews for at Least

    Soaking cashews for at least 30 minutes helps achieve a smoother paste.

  • Flavour tipAdjust the Amount of Green

    Adjust the amount of green chilies and chili powder according to your spice preference.

  • Flavour tipFor a Richer Flavor

    You can add a spoon of ghee at the end.

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