Paneer Butter Masala

A rich and creamy Indian main dish featuring paneer cubes simmered in a spiced tomato and butter gravy. Perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Steps

1. Heat oil and butter in a pan over medium heat. 2. Add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. 3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. 4. Stir in tomato puree and cook until the oil separates from the mixture. 5. Add red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and salt; mix well. 6. Add 100 ml water and bring the gravy to a simmer. 7. Add paneer cubes and cook for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to blend. 8. Crush kasuri methi between your palms and add it along with fresh cream to the gravy. 9. Simmer for another 2 minutes, then turn off the heat. 10. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.

100g paneer, cubed 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 medium tomato, pureed 1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste 1/2 tsp red chili powder 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1/2 tsp garam masala 2 tbsp fresh cream Salt to taste 1 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) Fresh coriander leaves for garnish