Paneer (or Tofu) Butter Curry in a Hurry

Ingredients

• 250 g paneer (or firm tofu), cubed
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 cup tomato puree (or crushed tomatoes)
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 1/4 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper(optional)
• 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped (for garnish)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Cube the paneer (or tofu). Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.

2. 2

   Cook (15 minutes): In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3

   Cook: Stir in tomato puree, salt, cumin, and coriander. Simmer for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

4. 4

   Cook: Add the paneer (or tofu) cubes and simmer for 3–4 minutes to warm through and lightly coat.

5. 5

   Finish: Turn off the heat and stir in the cream. Add garam masala, then gently mix and garnish with cilantro.