Paneer Recipe

 

🧀 Paneer Kurma Recipe 😋😋

A rich and aromatic curry made with soft paneer cubes in a creamy coconut-cashew base.

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🛒 Ingredients:

For the paste:

• 1/2 cup grated coconut (fresh or desiccated)

• 8–10 cashew nuts (soaked for 10 minutes)

• 1 green chili

• 1-inch ginger

• 2 cloves garlic

• 1 tsp fennel seeds

• 1 tsp poppy seeds (optional)

• 2 tbsp chopped onions

For the curry:

• 200g paneer (cubed)

• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)

• 1 tomato (pureed or finely chopped)

• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder

• 1/2 tsp red chili powder

• 1/2 tsp garam masala

• Salt to taste

• 2 tbsp oil or ghee

• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Make the paste:
   Blend all paste ingredients with a little water until smooth. Set aside.

2. Sauté base:
   Heat oil/ghee in a pan. Add chopped onions and sauté till golden brown.

3. Add tomato & spices:
   Add pureed tomato, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Cook until oil separates.

4. Add paste:
   Add the coconut-cashew paste. Cook for 5–6 minutes on medium heat until it thickens and smells aromatic.

5. Add water & simmer:
   Add 1 cup water (adjust for desired consistency) and bring it to a gentle boil.

6. Add paneer:
   Add paneer cubes and let simmer for 5–7 minutes. Add garam masala at the end.

7. Garnish & serve:
   Top with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with roti, paratha, or rice.

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🍽️ Serving Tips:

• Great with jeera rice or butter naan.

• Add a touch of cream or yogurt for extra richness.

• For a South Indian twist, temper with curry leaves and mustard seeds.