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paneer tikka masala recipe

Paneer Tikka Masala Recipe

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This paneer tikka masala recipe is rich, creamy, and full of flavor. Made with simple ingredients and no oven required, it delivers a restaurant-style Indian curry at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g paneer (cut into cubes) (For Marination)
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp oil or butter (For Gravy)
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp kasuri methi (crushed)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cream
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)

Equipment

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger garlic paste, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, and salt.
    Add paneer cubes and coat evenly.
    Cover and let it marinate for 20 to 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a non-stick pan with a little oil.
    Lightly sear the marinated paneer cubes until slightly golden on all sides.
    Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, heat oil or butter.
    Add chopped onions and sauté until soft and lightly golden.
    Add ginger garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
    Pour in tomato puree and cook until oil starts separating from the mixture.
  4. Add turmeric, chili powder, cumin, coriander powder, and garam masala.
    Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add water and mix well to form a smooth gravy.
    Simmer for 5 minutes on low heat.
  6. Add seared paneer cubes to the gravy.
    Pour in fresh cream and mix gently.
    Sprinkle crushed kasuri methi on top.
    Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the curry becomes creamy and well combined.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 420mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • Do not overcook paneer, it can become rubbery
  • Adjust cream for a richer or lighter texture
  • Add a pinch of sugar if the gravy tastes too tangy
  • For extra smoky flavor, use charcoal (optional)

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