Nawabi Paneer
Nawabi Paneer, a classic dish, offers an exquisite blend of flavours and spices. This recipe, easy to follow, transforms everyday ingredients into a delightful meal. Ideal for both beginners and seasoned cooks, it's a gateway to traditional Indian cuisine.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 250 g Paneer (cubed)
- 2 Onions (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1- inch Ginger (grated)
- 150 g Yoghurt
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- 1 tsp Coriander Powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1/2 tsp Chilli Powder
- 1/2 tsp Garam Masala
- 2 tbsp Oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Coriander (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth and set it aside.
- 2
Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Sauté for another 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- 4
Reduce the heat to low and add the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, red chilli powder, and salt. Stir well for 2-3 minutes until the spices are well combined.
- 5
Add the whisked yogurt to the spice mixture and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the oil separates from the yogurt. This may take around 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Gently add the cubed paneer to the yogurt and spice mixture. Stir carefully to coat the paneer with the sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb the flavours.
- 7
Sprinkle garam masala over the Nawaabi Paneer and give it a final stir.
- 8
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- 9
Serve hot with naan or steamed rice.