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Paneer Butter Masala

Cultural Context

Paneer Butter Masala is a popular North Indian dish known for its rich and creamy texture. It is often served in restaurants and is a favorite among vegetarians. The dish showcases the use of paneer, a fresh cheese common in Indian cuisine, and is typically enjoyed with naan or rice. Its origins can be traced back to the Mughlai cuisine, which has influenced many Indian dishes, making it a staple in Indian households and celebrations.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tbsp oil
1 tsp butter
1 tsp cumin
1 inch cinnamon
4 cloves
1 pod black cardamom
1 bay leaf
2 onions (sliced)
5 cloves garlic
1 inch ginger
3 tomatoes (sliced)
3 tbsp cashew
1 cup water
2 tsp oil
1 tbsp butter
½ tsp turmeric
1 tsp chilli powder
½ tsp cumin powder
½ tsp coriander powder
½ tsp garam masala
1 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp cream
20 cubes paneer
2 tbsp kasuri methi (crushed)
2 tbsp coriander (finely chopped)

paneer

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Tofu is lower in calories and high in protein, while ricotta is often less expensive.

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk is dairy-free and lower in calories, while milk is usually cheaper.

1

In a wok, heat 2 tbsp oil, 1 tsp butter, and sauté spices: 1 tsp cumin, 1 inch cinnamon, 4 cloves, 1 pod black cardamom, and 1 bay leaf.

2

Once the spices are aromatic, add 2 onions, 5 cloves of garlic, and 1 inch of ginger, and sauté until the onions soften.

3

Add 3 tomatoes and 3 tbsp cashew, and sauté for a minute.

4

Add 1 cup water, cover, and boil for 5 to 10 minutes.

5

Once the tomatoes are cooked, discard the bay leaf and allow the mixture to cool completely.

6

Grind to a smooth paste and filter out to get a silky smooth texture. Keep aside.

7

In a wok, heat 2 tsp oil and 1 tbsp butter.

8

Once heated, add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp cumin powder, ½ tsp coriander powder, and ½ tsp garam masala. Sauté until aromatic.

9

Add the prepared tomato onion base and cook well.

10

Keep cooking and boil for 5 minutes, until the mixture is well-cooked.

11

Add 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp sugar, and 2 tbsp cream, and mix well.

12

Add 20 cubes paneer and simmer for 5 minutes until the flavors are absorbed.

13

Add 2 tbsp kasuri methi and 2 tbsp coriander. Mix well.

14

Enjoy Paneer Butter Masala with roti.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblendingsimmering

Equipment Needed

wok

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Paneer MakhaniButter Paneer

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