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achari paneer

achari-paneer

About

Achari Paneer is an Indian dish made from chunks of paneer (cottage cheese) cooked in a spicy pickle-based curry. This dish is popular in North India and is typically served with rice or naan bread. Its rich and tangy flavor is loved by all paneer fans. It's a stomach-filling, satiating, and healthy dish that people can have at any time of the day.

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Recipe

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Ingredients

paneer (cottage cheese)

200 grams

achari masala

1 tablespoon

turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon

red chilli powder

1 teaspoon

mustard oil

2 tablespoons

cumin seeds

1 teaspoon

onion, finely chopped

1

ginger

1 teaspoon

garlic paste

tomato puree

1/2 cup

Salt to taste

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Directions

Step 1:

Cut the paneer into cubes and keep it aside.

Step 2:

Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, once it crackles add chopped onion and ginger-garlic paste.

Step 3:

Saute until the onions turn golden brown.

Step 4:

Add achari masala, turmeric, red chilli powder, and salt to the pan.

Step 5:

Add tomato puree and cook until oil separates from the mixture.

Step 6:

Add paneer cubes and mix well, ensuring each cube is coated with the masala.

Step 7:

Add water if required and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8:

Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or naan bread.

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