Kadhai Paneer Masala

Kadai Paneer Masala Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 200g Paneer (cottage cheese), cubed
• 2-3 Medium-sized onions, finely chopped
• 2 Tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 Green bell pepper (capsicum), thinly sliced
• 2-3 Green chilies, slit
• 1 Tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 Teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 Teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1 Teaspoon crushed kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
• 1 Teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 Teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 Teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
• 2 Tablespoons oil

Instructions:

• Dry roast the coriander seeds and cumin seeds until fragrant, then grind them into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder.
• Heat oil in a kadhai or a deep pan. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
• Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
• Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate.
• Now add the sliced bell peppers and slit green chilies. Stir well and cook for a couple of minutes.
• Add the dry roasted coriander-cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another minute.
• Add the cubed paneer and crushed kasuri methi. Gently mix everything together, taking care not to break the paneer pieces.
• Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld together.
• Finally, sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
• Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.