Kadai Paneer

by Tarla Dalal

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When you go to a restaurant and wish to order a dish that everyone will like, Kadai Paneer is one of the first options that is voted for!

This all-time favourite paneer dish is so popular because of the rich texture and intense flavour of the gravy, which results from the interplay of ingredients like tomato puree and fresh cream with veggies like onion and capsicum, not to forget a whole lot of spice powders including garam masala and dried fenugreek leaves.

This gravy gives the paneer a beautiful base to rest on and show off its succulent texture. Enjoy the Kadai Paneer hot, with a garnish of fresh coriander!

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Kadai Paneer recipe - How to make Kadai Paneer

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Preparation Time: 20 mins Cooking Time: 7 mins Total Time: 27 mins Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups paneer (cottage cheese) , cut into thick strips
3/4 cup finely chopped onions
2 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)
1 tsp finely chopped ginger (adrak)
1 tsp coriander-cumin seeds (dhania-jeera) powder
a pinch of turmeric powder (haldi)
3/4 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi)
4 tbsp tomato puree
1/4 cup sliced capsicum
1 tbsp fresh cream
a pinch of sugar
2 tbsp oil
salt to taste

For The Garnish
2 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)

Method

Combine the oil, onions, garlic and ginger in a microwave safe bowl, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
Add the coriander-cumin seeds powder, turmeric powder, chilli powder, garam masala and kasuri methi, mix well and microwave on high for 1 minute.
Add the tomato purée, capsicum and 1/4 cup of water, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
Add the paneer, fresh cream, sugar, salt and 2 tbsp of water, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
Serve hot garnished with coriander.

Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving

Energy	255 cal
Protein	7.9 g
Carbohydrates	8.2 g
Fiber	0.6 g
Fat	21.2 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	4.5 mg

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RECIPE SOURCE : Microwave Desi Khana

Reviews

Aussie Girl

on 19 Jun 17 12:53 PM

Just delicious!

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Tarla Dalal Thanks Aussie Girl. Good to hear from you and glad you liked the Kadai Paneer.

20 Jun 17 12:27 PM

Elina Satapathy

on 05 Mar 17 06:39 PM

Hello Ma''am. .. I m a big fan of yours. Tried this recipe. ..kids just love it.

Tarla Dalal Hi Elina, Very pleased to know that you like the recipe. Please do keep trying more recipes and share your feedback! Happy Cooking!!!

06 Mar 17 09:14 AM

puneet

on 29 Oct 16 10:05 PM

you didnt use oil anywhere?

Tarla Dalal Hi Puneet, It was an error in the recipe, we have rectified it. Do try the recipe and let us know how it turned out. Happy Cooking !!

09 Nov 16 02:37 PM

Debjani Chatterjee

on 15 Jul 16 12:00 PM

Hello Mam, i tried this recipe and it came out very well. Thank you :-)

Tarla Dalal Hi Debjani , we are delighted you loved the Kadai Paneer recipe and it came out perfectly. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback and review recipes you have loved. Happy Cooking.

15 Jul 16 04:24 PM

Foodie #648058

on 26 Jan 16 02:47 PM

Comes out very well. I made it on gas and not microwave.

Shyam

on 13 Jan 16 08:44 PM

Hi Will just try it. ??

Tarla Dalal Thanks Shyam, let us know how it works out.

14 Jan 16 09:48 AM

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