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Brown Butter Paneer Makhani

Cultural Context

Originating from North India, Paneer Makhani is a rich and creamy dish traditionally served with naan or rice. It reflects the culinary heritage of Mughlai cuisine, where the use of butter and cream is common to create indulgent flavors. Today, variations abound, with some recipes incorporating brown butter for a deeper, nuttier taste, making it a beloved choice in Indian restaurants worldwide.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500 grams tomatoes
250 grams white soybeans
garlic cloves
ginger
fresh basil
dried fenugreek leaves
Kashmiri red chili powder
coriander powder
turmeric powder
cardamom
bay leaf
whole spices
1 cup milk
1 cup water
oil
paneer
sugar
butter
dried fenugreek powder
cream

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories.

paneer

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Tofu is lower in calories and can mimic texture.

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free alternative.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine is a budget-friendly substitute.

1

In a pressure cooker, add 500 grams of tomatoes.

2

Add 250 grams of white soybeans.

3

Add garlic cloves and ginger.

4

Add fresh basil and dried fenugreek leaves.

5

Add Kashmiri red chili powder, coriander powder, and turmeric powder.

6

Add cardamom and bay leaf along with whole spices.

7

Pour in 1 cup of milk and 1 cup of water.

8

Pressure cook for about 25 minutes.

9

After one whistle, lower the heat and cook for an additional 25 minutes.

10

Let the pressure cooker cool down for 20-25 minutes before opening.

11

Remove the bay leaf and blend the mixture until smooth.

12

In a pan, heat some oil and add garlic.

13

Add paneer and cook for a short time to avoid hardening.

14

Add Kashmiri red chili powder, cumin powder, and sugar for a few seconds.

15

Add the blended gravy and cook for 5-7 minutes.

16

Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.

17

Add dried fenugreek powder and mix well.

18

For the final touch, heat a bowl and pour the mixture into it.

19

Add cream and garnish with dried fenugreek powder.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingblending

Equipment Needed

pressure cookerpan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Paneer MakhaniButter Paneer

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