Paneer Tikka Masala

Paneer Tikka Masala

Prep: 25 mins Preparation time

Cook: 20 mins Cooking time

Total: 45 mins Total time

Description

Paneer Tikka Masala is a vegetarian North Indian dish made with marinated paneer cubes grilled and simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato-based gravy. It’s rich, flavorful, and perfect with naan or rice.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Grill pan or oven
  • Saucepan
  • Skewers (if grilling)
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Blender (optional for sauce)

Ingredients

  • 250 g Paneer (cubed)
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Garam masala
  • 1 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1/2 tbsp Turmeric
  • 1 tbsp Cumin powder
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 1 Onion (chopped)
  • 2 Tomatoes (chopped or pureed)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp Ginger (grated)
  • 1/4 cup Cream or cashew cream
  • to taste Salt
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, and salt. Add paneer cubes and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Thread paneer onto skewers or place on a grill pan. Cook on medium-high heat until slightly charred. Set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a pan. Sauté onion until golden. Add garlic and ginger; cook 1 minute. Add chopped tomatoes and cook down until soft (or use tomato puree).
  4. Blend the cooked tomato-onion mixture for a smooth sauce, then return to pan.
  5. Stir in cream, salt, and grilled paneer. Simmer for 5–7 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot with naan or basmati rice.

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