Kadai Paneer

Kadai Paneer is a comforting Indian curry with tender paneer, onion, and bell pepper in a well-cooked masala. This homemade version is prepared for four servings and uses familiar Indian ingredients. The method is simple. Cook patiently and watch the colour, aroma, and texture as the dish comes together. Ghee gives the recipe a warm aroma and a rich homemade taste wherever it suits the dish. Serve hot with multigrain roti, multigrain naan, or steamed rice. Making this recipe at home is a pleasant experience, especially when the fresh aroma fills the kitchen. Please do try this recipe and share your feedback using the comment box below.

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Comfort Food

Kadai Paneer

Author: Ambarish Joglekar Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: North Indian Courses: Main Course Recipe Keys: F Four servings I Indian recipe K Kadai Paneer

Difficulty: Beginner Total Time 55 mins

Calories: 360

Description

A comforting Indian curry with tender paneer, onion, and bell pepper in a well-cooked masala.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 500 g paneer cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 1 large onion finely chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chilli powder
• 1 onion and 2 bell peppers cut into squares
• 2 teaspoons plus crushed kadai masala
• ¹⁄₂ cup hot water
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons chopped coriander

Instructions

1. Prepare the paneer, onion, and bell pepper and keep all the spices measured.
2. Heat the ghee in a heavy pan over medium heat. Add the whole spice and let it become aromatic.
3. Add the onion and cook until soft and light golden. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add tomatoes, coriander powder, turmeric, chilli powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes become soft and the ghee begins to separate.
5. Add the bell peppers, onion squares, and kadai masala. Cook on high heat for 2 minutes, then add paneer.
6. Add only a little hot water and cook uncovered for 5 minutes. Keep the peppers slightly crisp.
7. Add garam masala and coriander. Rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot..

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 360kcal

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