Paneer Shai Korma Recipe
Cottage cheese in creamy cashew and almond sauce.
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Ingredients
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Paneer
Gravy Base
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak Nuts
Soak cashew nuts and almonds in warm water for about 30 minutes. This will help in blending them smoothly.
- 2
Prepare Paneer
Cut the paneer into cubes and set aside.
- 3
Chop Vegetables
Chop the onion and tomatoes finely. Slit the green chilies.
Making Gravy
- 4
Blend Nuts
In a blender, add the soaked cashew nuts and almonds. Blend to a smooth paste by adding a little water if necessary.
- 5
- 6
Add Ginger-Garlic
Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
- 7
Cook Tomatoes
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
- 8
Add Spices
Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 9
Simmer Gravy
Add the blended nut paste and coconut milk. Stir well and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the gravy thickens.
- 10
Add Paneer
Finally, add the paneer cubes and garam masala. Stir gently and cook for another 5 minutes.
Garnishing
- 11
Garnish
Garnish the dish with fresh coriander leaves and a drizzle of cream before serving.
