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Paneer Butter Masala Recipe | Simple Vegetarian Khana With Chef Saurabh | Sanjeev Kapoor Khazana

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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 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon oil
1 bay leaf
1 stick cinnamon
3 whole cloves
2 dried red chili
1 cup onions, chopped
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon coarsely ground coriander
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
2 cups tomatoes, pureed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 lb paneer, cubed
1 teaspoon kasuri methi powder
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

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

Start by melting butter in a pan and add a little oil to prevent the butter from burning.

2

Add bay leaf, cinnamon, cloves, and dried red chili to the melted butter and sauté lightly.

3

Add chopped onions and sauté until they are lightly cooked.

4

Stir in ginger-garlic paste and coarsely ground coriander, sautéing together.

5

Mix in coriander powder and red chili powder, then immediately add finely chopped tomatoes.

6

Cook the mixture until the fat separates from the tomatoes, adding salt to speed up the cooking process.

7

Once the mixture is cooked and the oil separates, turn off the heat and let it cool slightly.

8

Remove whole spices from the mixture before grinding it into a smooth paste, optionally adding chilled water or ice to cool it down further.

9

Grind the mixture until it is completely smooth and thick.

10

In a clean pan, melt more butter and add a little oil to prevent burning.

11

Add the ground paste and a little water to adjust the consistency, bringing it to a boil.

12

Season with salt and garam masala, allowing it to thicken slightly while boiling.

13

Add paneer cubes and cook for a few seconds to heat through.

14

After turning off the heat, stir in kasuri methi powder and cream gently, ensuring the paneer pieces do not break.

15

Serve the dish, garnished with a sprinkle of kasuri methi and a drizzle of cream.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Paneer MakhaniButter Paneer

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