Paneer Pasanda: Delectable And Tasty Side

By Niveditha Kalyanaraman

October 25th, 2023

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This mouthwatering dish consists of rich and creamy cashew-based gravy with a mélange of spices that cradles succulent paneer pieces.

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Ingredients

1/2 kg paneer - cut into broad slices 2 Tbsp chickpea flour 1/4 cup clarified butter 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 Tbsp finely chopped ginger 1 cup hung yoghurt 1/4 tsp turmeric 2 tsp coriander powder Salt to taste 1/2 tsp chilli powder 1/4 tsp garam masala 2-3 green chillies-slit 1 1/2 cup water 1 Tbsp chopped coriander leaves 2 Tbsp malai

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Step 1

Heat the clarified butter in a pan and fry the pieces of paneer. Lift them out and set aside. In the same clarified butter, add the cumin seeds, saute a little and add the ginger. When the ginger turns a light brown, add the chickpea flour.

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Step 2

Saute and add yoghurt, turmeric, coriander powder, salt, chilli powder, and garam masala. Saute over a medium heat till the fat separates. Add the green chillies, saute a little, then add the water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.

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Step 3

Add the fried pieces of paneer, simmer for about 2 minutes and serve hot, garnished with chopped coriander leaves and cream.

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