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Matar Paneer

Cultural Context

Matar Paneer, a beloved dish from North India, combines fresh green peas and paneer cheese in a spiced tomato gravy. Traditionally served with rice or roti, it symbolizes comfort and celebration in Indian households. Over the years, it has gained popularity worldwide, often appearing on menus of Indian restaurants globally, showcasing the rich flavors of Indian cuisine.

IndianNPmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup almond
2 tablespoons melon seeds
1/4 cup cashew nuts
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1/2 cup fried onions
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
1 cup tomato puree
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 cup beaten curd
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup green peas
1 lb paneer
1 tablespoon kasuri methi powder
1 tablespoon garam masala
1/2 cup cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

paneer

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Tofu is lower in calories and can mimic the texture of paneer.

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories.

green peas

🥗Healthier: frozen peas

💰Cheaper: canned peas

Frozen peas are often more affordable and just as nutritious.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: curry powder

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Curry powder can offer a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

1

Boil almond, melon seeds, cashew nuts, and poppy seeds for at least 15 minutes until the poppy seeds soften.

2

Blend the boiled nuts with fried onions to make a fine paste.

3

Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds; sauté until fragrant.

4

Add ginger-garlic paste and tomato puree; cook until well mixed.

5

Incorporate the nut paste into the mixture.

6

Add 1 full teaspoon of coriander powder, half a teaspoon of cumin powder, turmeric powder, and half a teaspoon of chili powder; mix well.

7

Let the mixture come to a boil; add 2-3 tablespoons of beaten curd.

8

Cook for about 25 minutes until the oil separates from the gravy.

9

Add green peas and paneer pieces directly into the gravy.

10

Optionally, fry the paneer before adding it to the gravy.

11

Add kasuri methi powder and garam masala powder for flavor; mix well.

12

Cover the pan and let it come to a boil again.

13

Add half a teaspoon of cream to enrich the gravy; mix well.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

panspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Mattar Paneer

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