Jul 14 2026
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Mattar Paneer Lunch Pot Recipe

Inspired by Dishoom Kensington
Time30m
Serves2

Make Mattar Paneer Lunch Pot Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Dice the paneer into 1-inch cubes. Finely chop the onion and tomato. If using fresh peas, shell them. If using frozen peas, rinse them under cold water.

  2. 2

    Heat Oil

    In a medium pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté Onions

    Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Then add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.

  2. 4

    Add Ginger-Garlic Paste

    Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Cook Tomatoes

    Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and the oil begins to separate from the mixture.

  4. 6

    Add Spices

    Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt, mixing well.

  5. 7

    Add Peas and Paneer

    Add the green peas and paneer cubes to the pot, stirring gently to coat them with the spices.

  6. 8

    Simmer

    Pour in the water, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.

  7. 9

    Finish with Garam Masala

    Sprinkle garam masala over the dish and stir gently. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Serving

  1. 10

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy your Mattar Paneer Lunch Pot!

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