KADAHI PANEER

 

Kadai Paneer Recipe

Ingredients:

• Paneer (cottage cheese) – 250g (cubed)
• Onion – 2 (sliced)
• Capsicum (bell pepper) – 1 (diced)
• Tomatoes – 3 (pureed)
• Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tbsp
• Green chilies – 2 (slit)
• Butter/ghee – 2 tbsp
• Oil – 1 tbsp
• Kasuri methi – 1 tsp (crushed)
• Fresh cream – 2 tbsp (optional, for richness)
• Coriander leaves – 2 tbsp (chopped)
• Salt – to taste

✅ Spices:

• Coriander seeds – 1 tbsp (coarsely crushed)
• Red chili powder – 1 tsp
• Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
• Garam masala – 1/2 tsp
• Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
• Kadai masala – 1 tbsp (store-bought or homemade)

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Homemade Kadai Masala:

• 1 tbsp coriander seeds
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 dried red chilies
• 1/2 tsp peppercorns
  👉 Dry roast and coarsely grind.

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Base:

   • Heat oil and butter in a kadai (wok).
   • Add cumin seeds and crushed coriander seeds.
   • Once they splutter, add onions and sauté until golden.
   • Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies.

2. Cook the Masala:

   • Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
   • Add red chili powder, turmeric, and salt.
   • Mix in the kadai masala and cook for 2-3 minutes.

3. Add Veggies & Paneer:

   • Add capsicum and cook for 2-3 minutes.
   • Add paneer cubes and gently mix.
   • Sprinkle kasuri methi and garam masala.
   • Add cream (optional) for a richer taste.

4. Simmer & Serve:

   • Let it simmer for 5 minutes on low flame.
   • Garnish with coriander leaves.

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Serving Tip:

• Serve hot with naan, roti, or jeera rice.
• Enjoy your flavorful kadai paneer!