Description
A flavorful and aromatic restaurant-style Kadai Paneer recipe with a rich gravy that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This dish combines succulent paneer cubes with a medley of spices and bell peppers, creating a delightful Indian curry experience.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- Paneer – 400 – 500 gm, cubed
- Oil – 3 – 4 tbsp
- Whole spices – green cardamom – 3 – 4, cinnamon stick – 1/2 inch, cloves – 4, bay leaf – 1
- Onion – 1 cup, finely chopped
- Ginger-garlic paste – 1.5 tbsp
- Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
- Kashmiri chilly powder – 1.5 tsp
- Coriander powder – 2 tsp
- Cumin powder – 1/2 tsp
- Tomato – 2 medium-small, pureed or finely chopped
- Green bell pepper / capsicum – 1/3 cup, cubed
- Onion – 1/3 cup, cut into large cubes
- Kasoori methi – 1/2 tsp, crushed
- Garam masala powder – 1/4 tsp
- Butter – 2 – 3 tsp
- Heavy cream – 1.5 tbsp
- Coriander leaves – 3 tbsp, chopped
- Green chilies – 2 – 3, diagonally sliced
- Ginger – 1/2 tsp, thinly sliced
- Salt – To taste
For kadai masala (to dry roast and coarsely grind):
- Coriander seeds – 1 tbsp
- Dried red chilies – 2
- Whole black peppercorns – 1/2 tsp
- Fennel seeds – 1/4 tsp
- Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
Instructions
- Dry roast and grind: In a small pan, dry roast coriander seeds, dried red chilies, whole peppercorns, fennel seeds, and cumin seeds. Grind coarsely and set aside.
- Sauté spices: Heat oil in a pan, add whole spices, then onion and sauté. Add ginger-garlic paste and spice powders.
- Cook tomatoes: Add tomatoes and cook until oil separates.
- Add vegetables and masala: Add onion, capsicum, kadai masala, kasoori methi, and cook briefly.
- Finish dish: Add water, paneer, cook, then add butter, cream, cilantro, ginger, and chilies. Serve after 10 minutes.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice levels based on your preference.
- Ensure not to overcook the paneer to maintain its texture.
- Freshly ground spices enhance the flavor of the dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Kadai Paneer, Paneer Recipe, Indian Curry, Restaurant Style, Vegetarian Dish