Butter Paneer Masala

Ingredients

• 400g paneer, cubed
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp oil
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 3 tomatoes, pureed
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• 3 tbsp fresh cream
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander for garnish

Method

1. Heat butter and oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
2. Add onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add all dry spices and cook for 1 minute.
5. Pour in tomato puree and cook until oil separates, about 10 minutes.
6. Add 1/2 cup water and bring to a simmer.
7. Add paneer cubes and mix gently.
8. Stir in cream and cook for 3 minutes.
9. Garnish with coriander and serve hot with naan or rice.