Paneer Tikka Masala is a popular Indian dish made with marinated paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cubes cooked in a spicy and creamy tomato-based gravy. This delicious vegetarian dish is perfect for serving with naan or rice.
Preparation time
45min
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 100 ml cream
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
- 1 green chili
- 1 teaspoon kasuri methi
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 onion
- 400 grams paneer
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tomatoes
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 200 grams yogurt
Directions
Step 1
In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger garlic paste, lemon juice, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Add paneer cubes and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan and fry the marinated paneer cubes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Step 3
In the same pan, heat butter and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Step 4
Add pureed tomatoes and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
Step 5
Add green chili, coriander powder, and kasuri methi. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 6
Add the fried paneer cubes and mix well. Add cream and cook for another 5 minutes on low heat.
Step 7
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with naan or rice.