Paneer Taka Tak is a flavorful Indian dish featuring succulent cottage cheese cubes cooked in a rich, spicy gravy with onions, tomatoes, and capsicum. It's a quick and easy recipe, perfect for a satisfying vegetarian meal.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
Oil4 tbs
Cumin seed (jeera)1 tbs
Onion2 medium size
Garlic - green chilli paste2 tbs
Tomato2 medium size
Turmeric powder1/2 tbs
Coriander powder2 tbs
Red chilli powder1 tbs
Pav bhaji masala2 tbs
Saltas per taste
Capsicum1 medium size
Cottage cheese (cut into cubes)500 gm
Cashewnut paste2 tbs
Fresh cream2 tbs
Lemon juice1 big size
⚠ Contains Allergens
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Heat Oil and Add Cumin Seeds
Heat 4 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon of cumin seeds (jeera) and let them splutter.
Step 2: Sauté Onions
Add 2 medium-sized chopped onions to the pan and sauté them until they become translucent, stirring continuously.
Step 3: Add Garlic-Green Chilli Paste
Add 2 tablespoons of garlic-green chilli paste to the sautéed onions. Continue to sauté for 4-5 minutes until the raw smell of garlic and chilli disappears and the mixture turns light golden brown.
Step 4: Add Tomatoes and Spices
Add 2 medium-sized chopped tomatoes to the pan. Then, add 1/2 tablespoon of turmeric powder, 2 tablespoons of coriander powder, 1 tablespoon of red chilli powder, 2 tablespoons of pav bhaji masala, and salt as per taste. Mix well.
Step 5: Cook Masala until Oil Separates
Sauté the mixture until the oil separates from the masala, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water if needed to prevent burning.
Step 6: Add Capsicum
Add 1 medium-sized chopped capsicum to the pan. Mix well and sauté for a few minutes until the capsicum is slightly tender but still crunchy.
Step 7: Add Paneer
Add 500 grams of cottage cheese (paneer), cut into cubes, to the pan. Sauté for 5 minutes, gently mixing the paneer with the masala.
Step 8: Add Cashewnut Paste and Cream
Add 2 tablespoons of cashewnut paste and sauté for 2 minutes, ensuring the paste is well incorporated. Then, add 2 tablespoons of fresh cream. Immediately turn off the flame after adding the cream and mix gently. Do not overcook after adding cream.
Step 9: Finish with Lemon Juice and Serve
Add the juice of 1 big lemon and mix well. Serve the Paneer Taka Tak hot.
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