🌿 Vegetarian North Indian Lunch

Butter Paneer Masala

Creamy tomato-based curry with soft paneer cubes — the all-time favourite of Indian restaurants worldwide.

Prep15 min
🍳Cook30 min
🕐Total45 min
👥Serves4
📊LevelMedium

Method

  1. 1

    Heat butter and oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

  2. 2

    Add onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add all dry spices and cook for 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Pour in tomato puree and cook until oil separates, about 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add 1/2 cup water and bring to a simmer.

  7. 7

    Add paneer cubes and mix gently.

  8. 8

    Stir in cream and cook for 3 minutes.

  9. 9

    Garnish with coriander and serve hot with naan or rice.

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