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Paneer Butter Masala

Silky, rich, and deeply aromatic — this beloved North Indian classic is the ultimate comfort dish.

15 mins prep30 minsServes 4Easy

Method

  1. 1

    Sauté onions in butter until golden. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add tomatoes and cashews. Cook until tomatoes are completely soft. Cool and blend to a smooth purée.

  3. 3

    Strain the purée back into the pan. Add red chilli powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook on medium heat for 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add paneer cubes and simmer gently for 5 minutes so the paneer absorbs the gravy.

  5. 5

    Stir in cream, garam masala, and crushed kasuri methi. Simmer for 2 more minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve hot with butter naan, roti, or steamed basmati rice.

Chef’s Tip

Lightly pan-fry the paneer cubes in butter before adding them to the gravy — it gives them a beautiful golden crust and prevents them from crumbling.