Jul 17 2026

Paneer Karahi Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Fresh homemade cheese sautéed with onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, and special spices.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the paneer, onion, bell pepper, and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Heat Oil

    In a karahi or a deep frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Sauté Onions

    Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.

  4. 4

    Add Ginger-Garlic Paste

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

  5. 5

    Add Spices

    Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and cumin seeds. Stir well to combine.

  6. 6

    Add Tomatoes and Bell Peppers

    Add the chopped tomatoes and bell pepper. Cook until the tomatoes soften.

  7. 7

    Add Paneer

    Add the chopped paneer and salt. Stir gently to coat the paneer with the spices.

  8. 8

    Finish with Garam Masala

    Sprinkle garam masala over the top and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

  9. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or rice.

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