Kadai Paneer

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Grind the whole spice blend into a powder using a grinder.
  2. 2Sauté cubed onions, bell peppers, and paneer in oil in a pan.
  3. 3Add kadai masala to the vegetables and paneer and toss to combine, then set aside.
  4. 4Heat oil in the pan, add finely chopped red onion, and cook until softened.
  5. 5Add ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and coriander powder to the onions and stir to cook.
  6. 6Add tomato puree and cook until all the water evaporates.
  7. 7Add butter and mix into the cooked base.
  8. 8Add the sautéed paneer and vegetable mixture to the gravy and mix well.
  9. 9Garnish with dried fenugreek leaves.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp whole spice blend (coriander seeds, black peppercorns, cumin seeds, dried red chilies, dried fenugreek leaves)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 whole onion, chopped into cubes
  • 1 whole bell pepper, chopped into cubes
  • 200 g paneer, cubed
  • 1 tbsp kadai masala
  • 1 whole red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 cup tomato puree
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves (optional)

Equipment

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Tips

  • Low and slow cooking is the key for the gravy; do not rush it.
  • Turn on your favorite Netflix show while the gravy cooks.