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Paneer Butter Masala (Cottage Cheese in Tomato Cashew Gravy)

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Paneer Butter Masala

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Enjoy this rich and creamy Paneer Butter Masala, a popular vegetarian dish from Indian cuisine, perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal!
prep time
15min
cooking time
20min
servings
4 People
total time
35min

Equipment

  • Blender for tomato cashew paste

  • Pan for cooking

Ingredients

  • 200g paneer (cottage cheese), cubed

  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 large onion, finely chopped

  • 1/4 cup cashews, soaked in warm water

  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste

  • 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 tablespoon oil

  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)

  • 1 teaspoon garam masala

  • Salt to taste

  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

1

Prepare Tomato Cashew Paste:

Blend chopped tomatoes and soaked cashews into a smooth paste.
2

Cook Onion Base:

Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a pan. Add cumin seeds. Sauté finely chopped onions until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
3

Add Tomato Cashew Paste:

Pour the tomato-cashew paste into the pan. Cook on medium heat until the mixture thickens and the oil starts to separate.
4

Spice it Up:

Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
5

Add Paneer and Milk/Cream:

Add cubed paneer to the pan. Stir gently to coat the paneer with the masala. Pour in milk or heavy cream, stirring continuously. Adjust the consistency as needed.
6

Finish with Garam Masala and Butter:

Sprinkle garam masala and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Mix well. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the paneer absorbs the flavors.
7

Garnish and Serve:

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot with naan or rice.

Notes

Calories: ~300 kcal Protein: ~10g Carbohydrates: ~15g Dietary Fiber: ~3g Fat: ~22g Calcium: ~20% of the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) Iron: ~5% of the RDA
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