About
Paneer Butter Masala, also known as Paneer Makhani, is a popular dish from India, especially in the North, where paneer (cottage cheese) is cooked in a creamy tomato-based gravy. This delight is traditionally creamy and on the sweeter side, but its flavor can be adjusted according to personal preferences. It's a favorite at Indian night parties and family gatherings. The dish is absolutely rich due to the addition of butter and cream, and is typically served with roti, naan or rice.
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Recipe
Ingredients
gms Paneer (Cottage Cheese)
200
large Onions
2
medium Tomatoes
3
tsp Ginger Garlic Paste
2
tsp Red Chilli Powder
2
tsp Turmeric Powder
1
tsp Cumin Powder
1
tsp Coriander Powder
1
tsp Garam Masala
2
tbsp Butter
2
Fresh Cream
1 cup
Salt to taste
Directions
Step 1:
To begin, dice the paneer into cubes and set aside.
Step 2:
In a pan, heat the butter and add the chopped onions, ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the onions become translucent.
Step 3:
Then add tomatoes and sauté until they are cooked through and mushy.
Step 4:
Blend the onion-tomato mixture in a blender to make a smooth paste.
Step 5:
Heat some more butter in the same pan, add the masalas (red chilli powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala).
Step 6:
Add the onion-tomato paste, salt and cook until the gravy thickens and releases butter.
Step 7:
Add in the diced paneer and simmer for a couple of minutes until the paneer absorbs the flavors.
Step 8:
Stir in the fresh cream, simmer for 2 more minutes.
Step 9:
Serve the paneer butter masala warm with roti, naan or rice.
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