Paneer Butter Masala
Recipe Summary
- A rich and creamy North Indian dish featuring pan-fried paneer cubes in a luscious tomato-onion gravy, flavored with aromatic spices and butter. It's a popular vegetarian main course, perfect with naan or rice.
All Ingredients - For Marinating Paneer
- Paneer 200 gms
- Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
- Chilli powder 1/2 tsp
- Salt 1/2 tsp
All Ingredients - For Frying Paneer
- Butter 1/2 tsp
All Ingredients - For Gravy
- Butter 2 tbsp
- Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp
- Cinnamon 1 inch
- Cloves 2
- Bay leaf 1
- Onion 1
- Ginger garlic paste 1 tbsp
- Tomato puree Puree of 2 tomatoes
- Kashmiri chilli powder 1 tbsp
- Coriander powder 1/2 tbsp
- Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
- Cumin powder 1 tsp
- Curd 3 tbsp
- Water 3/4 cup
- Garam masala 1/4 tsp
- Salt to taste
- Kasuri methi 1 tsp
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Marinate Paneer
In a bowl, combine 200 gms of paneer cubes with 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp chilli powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix well to coat all the paneer pieces evenly.
Step 2: Fry Paneer
Heat 1/2 tsp butter on a pan. Add the marinated paneer cubes and fry for until golden brown. Flip them over to cook on all sides.
Step 3: Prepare Gravy Base
In a separate pan, melt 2 tbsp butter. Add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds, 1 inch cinnamon, 2 cloves, and 1 bay leaf. Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant. Add 1 chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Then add 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste and sauté for until the raw smell disappears.
Step 4: Add Tomato Puree and Spices
Pour in the puree of 2 tomatoes and sauté for until the mixture thickens and oil starts to separate. Add 1 tbsp Kashmiri chilli powder, 1/2 tbsp coriander powder, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, and 1 tsp cumin powder. Sauté for another , mixing well with the tomato base.
Step 5: Incorporate Curd and Water
Add 3 tbsp curd to the mixture and mix well until fully incorporated. Pour in 3/4 cup water and bring the gravy to a boil. Let it boil for , allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 6: Combine Paneer and Finish Gravy
Add the fried paneer cubes to the boiling gravy and give it a gentle mix. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp garam masala, add salt to taste, and 1 tsp kasuri methi. Mix everything well and cook for 2 more minutes.
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