Shahi Paneer Recipe | Royal Indian Cottage Cheese Curry

🫙Ingredients:

200 grams paneer (cottage cheese), cut into cubes

2 medium onions, finely chopped

2 medium tomatoes, pureed

1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste

10-12 cashew nuts (soaked in warm water for 10 minutes)

2 tablespoons fresh cream

2 tablespoons oil or ghee

1 tablespoon butter

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

1 teaspoon coriander powder

1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)

1/2 teaspoon garam masala

Salt to taste

Water as needed

Fresh coriander for garnish

🥘Instructions:

1. Prepare Cashew Paste:

Blend the soaked cashews with a little water to make a smooth paste. Set aside.

2. Sauté Onions:

Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions. Cook until golden brown.

3. Add Ginger-Garlic Paste:

Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute till the raw smell disappears.

4. Add Spices & Tomato Puree:

Add turmeric, red chili, and coriander powder. Stir and add tomato puree. Cook till the oil separates.

5. Cashew Paste & Cream:

Add cashew paste and cook for 2-3 minutes. Then add cream and mix well.

6. Add Paneer:

Add paneer cubes and about half a cup of water (adjust for gravy consistency). Cook for 5 minutes on low flame.

7. Finish with Butter & Garam Masala:

Add butter and garam masala. Mix gently. Simmer for another 2 minutes.

8. Garnish & Serve:

Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.

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