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North Indian🍳 Medium

Paneer Butter Masala

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Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
4servings
Paneer Butter Masala

A rich and creamy tomato-based curry with butter and mild spices.

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Ingredients

Servings:4
  • 400 grams Paneer (cubed)
  • 3 tablespoons Butter (unsalted)
  • 3 large Tomatoes (pureed)
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
  • 10 whole Cashews (soaked and ground to paste)
  • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri Red Chili Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Fenugreek Leaves (Kasuri Methi)
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar(optional)
  • 3 pieces Green Cardamom Pods
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan and lightly sauté the paneer cubes until slightly golden, then soak them in warm water to keep them soft.

  2. 2

    In the same pan, add the remaining butter and crackle the cardamom pods over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.

  4. 4

    Pour in the tomato puree and cook for 8-10 minutes until the fat starts to separate from the sides of the pan.

  5. 5

    Stir in the cashew paste, red chili powder, and salt, mixing well to create a smooth, thick base.

  6. 6

    Add half a cup of water to adjust the consistency, then stir in the heavy cream and sugar, bringing it to a gentle simmer.

  7. 7

    Add the paneer cubes and garam masala, then crush the dried fenugreek leaves between your palms and sprinkle them over the curry.

  8. 8

    Cover and simmer for 2-3 minutes on low heat, then garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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