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Kadai Paneer

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Tarla Dalal

16 November, 2016

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About Kadai Paneer

Ingredients

Methods

Nutrient values

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!

Baby Corn Masala , Baingan Bhurta , Bhojpuri Aloo , Dahiwale Simla Mirch and Kadhai Khumbh Subzi are a few other subzis you can cook in a microwave.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 1/2 cups paneer (cottage cheese) , cut into thick strips

3/4 cup finely chopped onion

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.

Kadai Paneer recipe with step by step photos

Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate

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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Foodie #648058

Jan. 17, 2021, 10:13 a.m.

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

Shyam

Dec. 3, 2020, 11:03 p.m.

Hi Will just try it. ??

Tarla Dalal

Dec. 3, 2020, 11:03 p.m.

Thanks Shyam, let us know how it works out.

Sathyanarayana

Nov. 23, 2020, 11:24 a.m.

You mentioned in each stage, microwave on high for 2 minutes. What is that high. Is it just microwave or Will this high / low range be available on microwave. How to select.

Tarla Dalal

Nov. 23, 2020, 11:24 a.m.

Hi, High means on 100 %

Ashish Sharma

Nov. 16, 2016, 6:43 p.m.

Hi can this recipe last for three four months?

Tarla Dalal

Nov. 16, 2016, 6:43 p.m.

Only the gravy will last if you put it in a air tight container and freeze it. Cannot add the paneer and cream to it.

Rajib

April 23, 2016, 11:41 a.m.

kadai paneer spicy or non spicy

Tarla Dalal

April 23, 2016, 11:41 a.m.

It is medium spicy.

puneet

April 13, 2016, 12:01 p.m.

you didnt use oil anywhere?

Tarla Dalal

April 13, 2016, 12:01 p.m.

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 !!

Elina Satapathy

March 4, 2014, 12:12 p.m.

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

Tarla Dalal

March 4, 2014, 12:12 p.m.

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

Aussie Girl

Nov. 18, 2013, 7:02 a.m.

Just delicious!

Tarla Dalal

Nov. 18, 2013, 7:02 a.m.

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

Debjani Chatterjee

Jan. 4, 2012, 11:24 a.m.

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

Tarla Dalal

Jan. 4, 2012, 11:24 a.m.

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.