Paneer Tikka Masala – Restaurant Style
Recipe by Meenakshi Talware's Kitchen
Ingredients
For Paneer Marination
- 250 gPaneer
- 3 tbspCurd, Yogurt
- 1 tbspBesan (Gram flour)
- 1 tbspRed chilli powder
- 1 tbspShahi paneer masala
- 0.5 tspTurmeric powder
- 1 tbspGarlic paste
- 1 tspKasuri methi (Dried fenugreek leaves)
- 1 tbsp, choppedMint leaves (Pudina)
- 2 tbsp, choppedCoriander leaves
- 1 tspSalt
For Cooking
- 1 tbspButter
- 1 tbspOil
- 1 large, cut into chunksGreen bell pepper
- 1 large, cut into chunksTomato
- 1 medium, cut into chunksOnion
- 2 cupsTomato-onion gravy base
- 1 tbsp, chopped (for garnish)Fresh coriander leaves
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1.Cut Paneer
Cut 250g of paneer into rectangular pieces.
- 2.Marinate Paneer
In a large bowl, combine the cut paneer with 3 tablespoons of curd, 1 tablespoon of besan (gram flour), 1 tablespoon of red chilli powder, 1 tablespoon of shahi paneer masala, 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of garlic paste, 1 teaspoon of kasuri methi, 1 tablespoon of chopped mint leaves, 2 tablespoons of chopped coriander leaves, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Gently mix until all paneer pieces are evenly coated with the marinade.
- 3.Prepare Vegetables
Deseed and cut 1 large green bell pepper into chunks. Cut 1 large tomato into chunks. Cut 1 medium onion into chunks.
- 4.Heat Pan and Sauté
Heat a pan over medium flame. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of oil. Allow the butter to melt completely.
- 5.Sauté Vegetables
Add the chopped green bell pepper, tomato, and onion chunks to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly softened but still retain some crunch.
- 6.Add Marinated Paneer
Carefully add the marinated paneer pieces to the pan with the sautéed vegetables. Gently mix for 1-2 minutes to combine the paneer with the vegetables and allow it to slightly cook.
- 7.Add Gravy
Pour 2 cups of pre-made tomato-onion gravy base into the pan.
- 8.Simmer and Cook
Mix everything well and bring the curry to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens slightly and the paneer absorbs the rich flavors.
- 9.Garnish and Serve
Garnish the Paneer Tikka Masala with fresh chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.
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