Name: Matar Paneer with Green Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 250 grams Paneer cubes; 1 cup Green peas (fresh or frozen); 2 medium Onions, finely chopped; 1 cup Tomato puree; 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste; 2 tablespoons Ghee or vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon Garam masala; 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon Red chili powder; 2 tablespoons Heavy cream

"Indulge in the comfort of this classic North Indian curry, featuring golden-fried paneer cubes simmered in a luscious, aromatic tomato-onion gravy. Perfectly balanced with sweet green peas and a blend of warm spices, it is a vegetarian masterpiece best served with hot naan or basmati rice."

1 Ingredients

Qty	Item
250 grams 250 g	Paneer cubes
1 cup 150 g	Green peas (fresh or frozen)
2 medium 200 g	Onions, finely chopped
1 cup 240 ml	Tomato puree
1 tablespoon 15 ml	Ginger-garlic paste
2 tablespoons 30 ml	Ghee or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon 5 g	Garam masala
0.5 teaspoon 2 g	Turmeric powder
1 teaspoon 5 g	Red chili powder
2 tablespoons 30 ml	Heavy cream

2 Instructions

Heat oil or ghee in a pan and lightly fry the paneer cubes until golden; remove and soak in warm water to keep them soft.

In the same pan, sauté the chopped onions until translucent, then add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.

Pour in the tomato puree and cook until the oil begins to separate from the masala.

Add turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Stir in the green peas and half a cup of water.

Cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes until the peas are tender.

Add the soaked paneer cubes and garam masala. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

Finish by stirring in the heavy cream and garnishing with fresh coriander leaves.

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Soak the fried paneer in warm salted water for 10 minutes to ensure a melt-in-the-mouth texture.
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If using fresh peas, boil them separately for a few minutes before adding to the gravy to save time.
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For a richer flavor, grind 5-6 cashews with the onions to make a thicker base.

? Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen peas for Matar Paneer?

Yes, frozen peas work perfectly. Just rinse them in warm water before adding them to the curry.

How do I make this recipe vegan?

Substitute paneer with firm tofu and use coconut milk or cashew cream instead of heavy cream and ghee.

What should I serve with Matar Paneer?

It pairs beautifully with Garlic Naan, Jeera Rice, or simple Tandoori Roti.

Why is my paneer rubbery?

Paneer becomes rubbery if overcooked. Only simmer it for 2-3 minutes at the end of the cooking process.

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