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Paneer Tomato Masala

Tender paneer pieces in a rich nut-free tomato gravy. Paneer Tomato Masala is one of my signature dishes and is always high in demand. An easy-to-cook recipe that is ready in minutes. Perfect for a special occasion.
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 200 gms paneer 
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1-2 chopped green chillies
  • 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste
  • 1/4 cup tomato puree
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala powder
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 2 tbsp chopped green coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • To begin, cut the paneer into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a bowl. Add 1 ½ cups warm water with a teaspoon of salt. Mix well. Cover and keep aside.
  • Heat oil in a pan. Add in finely chopped onion s and green chillies. Saute until the onions are translucent.
  • Add in ginger-garlic paste. Saute for a minute. Do not brown.
  • Add in the tomato puree and tomato sauce. Mix.
  • Next, add in salt and Kashmiri red chilli powder. Mix.
  • Now, add cream and mix well.
  • Drain the paneer pieces and add. Mix until they are well coated. Finally, add in garam masala powder and mix.
  • Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat until you can see oil on the surface.
  • The Paneer Tomato Masala is ready to serve. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and garam masala. And serve with lachcha paranthas or naans.

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