Paneer Butter Masala
By srijata
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Ingredients
- ngredients:
- Paneer – 200 gms, cubed
- Peas – 2 cups, shelled, boiled
- Tomatoes – 4, finely chopped
- Ginger – 2 tsp, grated
- Coriander Seeds – 1 tsp, powdered
- Turmeric Powder – 1/2 tsp
- Sugar – 2 tsp
- Red Chilli Powder – 2 tsp
- Tamarind Extract – 4 tsp
- Fresh Cream – 1 1/2 tblsp
- Green Chillies – 5, finely chopped
- Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp, powdered
- Garam Masala Powder – 2 tsp
- Oil – 5 to 6 tblsp
- Butter – 1 to 2 tblsp, to garnish
Details
Level of difficulty Average
Cost Average budget
Preparation
Step 1
1. Combine the ginger, green chillies, tamarind extract and tomato in a blender.
2. Blend to a puree and keep aside.
3. Heat a pan over medium flame.
4. Fry the paneer pieces with a pinch of salt and turmeric powder. Reserve.
5. Heat oil in a pan over medium flame.
6. Add the tomato puree and cook for a minute or two.
7. Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder, cumin powder and garam masala powder.
8. Stir-fry until the oil starts to separate.
9. Reduce flame to low and cook.
10. Add the paneer pieces and pour 2 cups of water.
11. Add the green peas and cover the pan with a lid.
12. Simmer for a few minutes and remove from flame.
13. Garnish with coriander leaves and butter.
14. Serve as a side dish with roti or naan.
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