Paneer dishes are all time favorite, especially for kids. Paneer in any form would be a perfect dish for potluck or parties. Reshmi Paneer is a very delicious and rich accompaniment for Roti / Naan. Its a delicious masala curry made with soft paneer, capsicum and variety of spices. There is no hassle of grinding (just making a puree or you can use store bought tomato puree) and its pretty simple and easy to make. The fresh cream enriches taste and brings down the tanginess of the tomato puree. a rich, creamy and tasty Reshmi Paneer would be a perfect complement for your Indian Bread!
Preparation and Yield:
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| Reshmi Paneer Masala Recipe |
Preparation and Yield:
| Preparation time | 10 mins |
| Cooking Time | 40 mins |
| Servings | 4 |
| Recipe Category | Main |
| Recipe Cuisine | North Indian |
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| Reshmi Paneer Masala Recipe |
Ingredients:
| Paneer | 300gms, Cut into Strips |
| Onion | 1, Finely chopped |
| Tomato | 1, Sliced |
| Capsicum | 1, Sliced |
| Tomato Puree | 1 Cup* |
| Ginger-Garlic Paste | 1 Tablespoon |
| Turmeric Powder | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Coriander Powder | 1 Teaspoon |
| Red Chilli Powder | 1 Teaspoon |
| Salt | To Taste |
| Fresh Cream | 1 Cup |
| Garam Masala | 1/2 Teaspoon |
| Coriander Leaves | For Garnishing |
| Butter | 2 Tablespoon |
| Cumin Seeds | 1 Teaspoon |
* 1 Cup = 250ml
Method:
- Cut Paneer into thin strips and add hot water to soak the paneer pieces and cover and set it aside
- Heat butter in a pan. Add cumin seeds and allow it to sputter. Add finely chopped onion and saute the onions till it turns transparent. Add Ginger-Garlic Paste and saute along with onions.
- Then, add tomato and capsicum slices to the pan. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder and saute the tomato & capsicum for couple of minutes.
- Now, add tomato puree. Also, add red chili powder and salt and mix well. Add 1 Cup of water and allow the tomato puree to cook in low flame till the butter oozes out
- When the tomato puree is cooked, add paneer strips and mix gently. Add garam masala and give it a stir
- Add fresh cream and stir and keep in flame for 2 minutes and switch off the flame. Garnish with coriander leaves.
- Serve the rich and creamy Reshmi Paneer with any Indian Bread of your choice!
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| Reshmi Paneer Masala Recipe |