Paneer Curry
A rich and creamy Paneer Curry recipe made with soft paneer cubes simmered in a spiced tomato gravy. This easy Indian-style curry is full of flavor, perfect for serving with rice, naan, or roti for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Ingredients
- 250g paneer, cubed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, pureed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp oil or butter
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- Salt, to taste
- ½ cup water (adjust as needed)
- ¼ cup fresh cream
- ½ tsp garam masala
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil or butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle until aromatic.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Add tomato puree and cook until thickened and oil starts to separate.
- Mix in turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Add water to adjust consistency and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add paneer cubes and gently mix to coat with the gravy.
- Cook for 4–5 minutes to allow flavors to absorb.
- Stir in garam masala and fresh cream.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Notes
Add paneer toward the end to keep it soft and tender.Lightly frying paneer before adding is optional for extra texture.Adjust spice levels to your preference.Add a splash of water or milk while reheating to loosen the gravy.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/paneer-curry/
