Matar Paneer Recipe
Green peas and cheese cooked with tomato & onion gravy & served with light creamy sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices and Seasoning
Creamy Sauce
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare the Paneer
Cut the paneer into cubes and set aside.
- 2
Cooking the Gravy
- 3
Heat Oil
In a pan, heat the oil over medium heat.
- 4
Sauté Onions
Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
- 5
Add Ginger-Garlic Paste
Mix in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin seeds, green chili, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil starts to separate.
- 7
Add Peas and Paneer
Stir in the green peas and paneer cubes. Cook for a few minutes until the peas are tender.
- 8
Finish with Garam Masala
Sprinkle garam masala on top and mix well. Cook for another minute.
Making the Creamy Sauce
- 9
Prepare the Creamy Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the heavy cream. Cook on low heat for a few minutes until warmed through.
Serving
- 10
Serve the Matar Paneer
Transfer the Matar Paneer to a serving dish. Drizzle the creamy sauce on top and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot with naan or rice.
