Butter paneer
Butter paneer, also known as paneer makhani or paneer butter masala, is a popular dish from Indian cuisine. It consists of paneer (a type of Indian cottage cheese) cooked in a rich and creamy tomato-based gravy. The gravy is made with butter, onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. Butter paneer is often served with naan bread or rice, and it's loved for its deliciously creamy and buttery flavor.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams paneer (Indian cottage cheese), cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1- inch ginger grated
- 2 large tomatoes pureed
- 1/4 cup cashew nuts soaked in water for 30 minutes and ground into a paste
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir and cook for a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the tomato puree and cook for about 5 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- Add the cashew paste, red chili powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and give it a good stir. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Add the paneer cubes to the gravy and gently mix them in. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb the flavors.
- Once done, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve the butter paneer hot with naan bread or rice.
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Nutrition
Calories: 346kcal (17%)Carbohydrates: 9g (3%)Protein: 10g (20%)Fat: 31g (48%)Saturated Fat: 15g (94%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 67mg (22%)Sodium: 40mg (2%)Potassium: 164mg (5%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 605IU (12%)Vitamin C: 3mg (4%)Calcium: 287mg (29%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
