Paneer Butter Masala

✅ Ingredients:

• 250g paneer (cubed)

• 3 medium tomatoes (pureed)

• 1 large onion (finely chopped)

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 tbsp oil

• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp garam masala

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• 1 tsp kasuri methi (dry fenugreek leaves)

• 2 tbsp fresh cream or heavy cream

• 1 tbsp sugar or honey (optional, to balance acidity)

• Salt to taste

• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

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👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prepare the tomato puree:

• Blanch tomatoes in hot water for 2 minutes, peel skin, and blend into a smooth puree.

2. Cook the base:

• Heat oil and 1 tbsp butter in a pan.

• Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

• Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté till the raw smell disappears.

3. Add spices and tomato puree:

• Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder; sauté for 30 seconds.

• Pour in tomato puree, cook on medium heat for 8-10 minutes till oil separates and mixture thickens.

• Add sugar if the tomatoes taste too tangy.

4. Add paneer and cream:

• Add paneer cubes, gently mix.

• Add garam masala and kasuri methi (crushed between palms).

• Pour in fresh cream, stir gently, and simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Finish with butter and garnish:

• Add remaining 1 tbsp butter on top for richness.

• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

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🍽️ Serve with:

• Butter naan, roti, paratha, or steamed basmati rice.

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💡 Tips:

• Use fresh cream for best taste; you can substitute with cashew cream for vegan option.

• Adjust chili and sugar balance to your taste.

• For a smokier flavor, use a small piece of charcoal to “dhungar” (smoke) the dish just before serving.