Matar Paneer
Matar Paneer is a popular Indian dish made from peas and paneer (cottage cheese) in a rich and spicy tomato-based sauce.
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Ingredients - Serves 4
- Fresh coriander leaves - For garnishing
- Oil - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - To taste
- Garam masala powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
- Red chilli powder - 1 teaspoon
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
- Green chillies - 2, slit
- Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
- Tomatoes - 2, finely chopped
- Onions - 2, finely chopped
- Green peas - 1 cup
- Paneer (cottage cheese) - 200 grams
Let's Get Started
- Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they start to splutter, add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chillies, and sauté for a few more minutes.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the spices are well blended.
- Add the green peas and a little water, cover the pan and let it cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the paneer cubes and garam masala, mix well and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 265
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 14g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Sugar: 6g
