Paneer Korma Recipe
Paneer soaked in a special almond and saffron sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Almond Paste
Soak the almonds in hot water for 15 minutes. Peel and blend them into a smooth paste with a little water.
- 2
- 3
Add Aromatics
Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and chopped green chili. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 4
Combine the Almond Paste
Add the almond paste to the pan and mix well. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
- 5
Add Paneer and Spices
Cut the paneer into cubes and add to the mixture along with saffron, garam masala, and salt. Stir gently to coat the paneer.
- 6
Simmer
Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 7
Finish with Cream
Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Adjust salt if needed.
- 8
Serve
Serve hot with naan or rice.
