Paneer Masala Recipe
Sauteed homemade cottage cheese with green peppers, tomatoes, onions, and ground spices
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices
Other Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare Paneer
Cut the paneer into small cubes and set aside.
- 2
Chop Vegetables
Finely chop the onion, green bell pepper, and tomatoes.
Cooking
- 3
Heat Oil
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
- 4
- 5
Add Ginger-Garlic Paste
Stir in 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin seeds, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil separates.
- 7
Add Green Bell Pepper
Add the chopped green bell pepper and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Add Paneer
Gently fold in the paneer cubes and sprinkle with garam masala. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb the flavors.
- 9
Garnish
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
