heena narottam

Senior Software Engineer

Paneer Butter Masala
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Paneer Butter Masala

Prep: 30 minutes|Servings: 4

A rich and creamy Indian curry with soft paneer cubes in a tomato-based sauce.

Ingredients

  • 400g paneer, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
  • 4 large tomatoes, pureed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add tomato puree and cook for 10 minutes until oil separates.
  5. Add all spices and salt, cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Add cream and mix well.
  7. Add paneer cubes and simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with cilantro and serve with naan or rice.