Description
Paneer Tikka Masala is a rich and creamy North Indian curry featuring grilled paneer cubes in a spiced tomato-based gravy. It’s a vegetarian favorite often enjoyed with naan or rice.
Ingredients
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- 250g paneer, cubed
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 tablespoon oil (for grilling paneer)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 cups tomato puree
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, turmeric, and red chili powder. Add paneer cubes and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or pan-fry the marinated paneer in oil until golden and set aside.
- In a pan, heat butter and sauté chopped onions until soft and golden.
- Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute.
- Add tomato puree, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the oil starts to separate.
- Stir in cream and mix well. Add the grilled paneer cubes and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with naan or rice.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, grill the paneer on skewers or use a grill pan.
- Use cashew paste instead of cream for a vegan/dairy-free alternative with tofu.
- Adjust spice levels to taste by varying chili powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg