Kadhai Paneer


Servings: 2 people
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Paneer, onions, and bell peppers cooked with freshly ground spices. The hearty and delicious Kadhai Paneer is packed with flavors. And is just as easy to make at home.

Ingredients
For the kadhai masala
- 1 tbsp coriander seeds (dhania)
- 2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
- 1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf)
- 2 whole red chillies
For the gravy
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
- 2 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 medium tomatoes pureed
- 2 tsp ginger garlic paste
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
- 2 tsp cumin powder (jeera)
- 2 tsp coriander powder (dhania)
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
For the vegetables
- 200 gms paneer
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
For garnish
- 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
- Chopped green coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- To begin, cube the paneer into bite-sized pieces. Dice onions and bell peppers into similar sizes. Keep aside.
- To prepare the kadhai masala, dry roast coriander seeds (dhania), cumin seeds (jeera), black peppercorns, fennel seeds (saunf), and whole red chillies on low heat until you get a nutty aroma. Allow them to cool and grind them into a coarse powder. Keep aside.
- To prepare the gravy, heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan. Add in the cumin seeds (jeera) and allow them to crackle.
- Add in finely chopped onions and saute until translucent.
- Add in ginger garlic paste and saute some more until the onions are almost brown. Add a tsp of salt so that the onions cook faster.
- Next, add the dry masalas – Kashmiri red chilli powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and turmeric powder (haldi). Mix.
- Add the pureed tomatoes and saute until the oil starts appearing on the sides.
- In the meantime, prepare the paneer and vegetables. In another pan, heat 1 tbsp of oil. Add in the onions and bell peppers and saute on high heat for a few minutes until half done.
- Move them to the side. Add the paneer cubes. Mix well. Cook for a minute or two.
- Add in salt, Kashmiri red chilli powder, and the kadhai masala prepared earlier. Mix until well-coated.
- Add these to the gravy. Mix well. Add some water if required. Cook for a few minutes so that the paneer and vegetables soak in the masala. Do not overcook the vegetables.
- Check the salt and add more if required. Adjust the gravy as per your taste.
- The Kadhai Paneer is ready to serve. Garnish with garam masala powder and chopped green coriander leaves. Serve with parathas or naans.
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October 14, 2022 @ 1:04 pm
Being a complete Non veg person, paneer is one such veg option that I loved to eat, cook and serve. There are various ways to prepare dishes with Paneer and Kashai paneer is one among them and I really love it.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:10 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 14, 2022 @ 2:50 pm
The recipe with soft and spongy paneer is healthy and tasty.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:09 pm
Thank you so much 😊
October 14, 2022 @ 11:55 pm
Paneer is one of favorite dish of my daughter. I always looking out easy and new recipe. Kadai paneer is go to menu of her at any restaurant. Thank you for the recipe. Now I will stop ordering from restaurant😊
October 23, 2022 @ 1:08 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 15, 2022 @ 8:01 pm
My elder daughter loves paneer n I like it too. I am keen to try new recipes as it differs from person to person. I really like the simplicity of your recipe Madhu Ma’am… you’ve made making this dish so easy. Thank you for sharing it 😋
October 23, 2022 @ 1:12 pm
Thank you so much Beta. Do try it out 😊
October 16, 2022 @ 6:52 am
Madhu there’s paneer lying in my freezer and I know exactly what I am going to make. Nice one.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:02 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 16, 2022 @ 12:20 pm
Such an elaborate way of cooking this rich kadhai paneer. Ditching my short cut, and now I will try your way .
October 23, 2022 @ 1:01 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 16, 2022 @ 4:34 pm
I love Kadhai paneer and make it often. Fresh ground kadhai masala makes all the difference and gives it that lovely flavour.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:16 pm
Thank you so much 😊
October 16, 2022 @ 5:17 pm
Yum! Love the presentation. Very few folks can resist paneer, thanks for sharing your mouthwatering recipes.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:15 pm
Thank you so much 😊
October 16, 2022 @ 7:02 pm
The pictures had me drooling. This is a recipe where I do not have to substitute anything. I love trying out your recipes and will give this one also a try. I am sure it will be as amazing as the others.
October 16, 2022 @ 7:25 pm
Kadhai panneer is an absolute household favourite here! I cook the same way you have shared. We all love it!
October 23, 2022 @ 1:23 pm
Thank you so much 😊
October 23, 2022 @ 1:21 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 17, 2022 @ 12:19 am
Kadhai paneer is one of the most popular paneer recipes. It’s on the menu in almost all Indian restaurants., and we always order it when we eat out. Fresh ground spices are what plays a significant role in this dish. Thanks for sharing this yummy dish.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:34 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 17, 2022 @ 12:53 am
This was so delicious. One of the easiest paneer recipes. The kadhai masala deserves a special mention. We need to make this again soon.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:28 pm
Thank you so much Kiddo 😊
October 17, 2022 @ 12:59 am
I love your blog, Madhu Ma’am! Not just your presentation of the dish, but even the way you write, is so so appealing!
October 23, 2022 @ 1:36 pm
Thank you so much Beta 😊
October 17, 2022 @ 1:36 am
Most of the time, I try to make Kadhai Paneer, it comes out with a thick curry, which I am not very fond of. I will try making it like this now. It looks so juicy and not overloaded in curry. I am sure my daughter would enjoy it, as she loves paneer.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:27 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 17, 2022 @ 10:45 am
Such a delicious dish it made me crave to have some!!! Appreciate you sharing this amazing recipe! Will try to make some next week. The ingredients are easy to get and the recipe itself is easy to follow.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:25 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 17, 2022 @ 3:30 pm
We get very good panner from a vendor. I will surely try your version of the recipe. I normally use store bought masala….will try making it myself this time as your instructions make it so easy to follow. The pic of the panner looks so juicy and yummy.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:20 pm
Thank you so much. Do try it out 😊
October 17, 2022 @ 5:33 pm
Great recipe, as usual, Madhuji. Kadhai paneer is an absolute favourite in every Punjabi household.Your recipes are so much similar to mine and they always resonate the same love and taste for food.
October 23, 2022 @ 1:19 pm
Thank you so much Harjeet 😊
October 18, 2022 @ 3:41 am
Suffering from Dengue, lekin I am pinning it…
October 23, 2022 @ 1:18 pm
Thank you so much. Get well soon 😊
January 21, 2023 @ 7:26 pm
A perennial party favourite!
January 25, 2023 @ 11:27 am
Thank you so much Noor 😊