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May 3, 2023 in All Recipes, Lunch/Dinner

Paneer Butter Masala

Paneer butter masala is a popular Indian dish made with soft cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cooked in a rich and creamy tomato-based gravy.

Ingredients:

  • 200 grams paneer, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 2-3 green chilies, chopped
  • 2-3 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

  1. Heat the butter or ghee in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chilies to the pan and sauté until the onions turn translucent.
  3. Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they become soft and mushy.
  4. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, cumin powder, and salt to the pan and stir well.
  5. Cook the spice mixture for 2-3 minutes until the spices release their aroma.
  6. Add the paneer cubes to the pan and stir well.
  7. Pour the heavy cream into the pan and stir well.
  8. Cook the paneer butter masala on low heat for 10-15 minutes until the gravy thickens and the paneer cubes become soft and tender.
  9. Remove the pan from the heat and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
  10. Serve the paneer butter masala

This paneer butter masala recipe is healthy because it uses low-carb ingredients and is free from sugar and starch. It’s a rich and satisfying dish that is high in protein and healthy fats, making it a great option.




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