Paneer Makhani

Paneer Makhani

Paneer Makhani is a crowd-pleaser that both kids and adults adore, making it a staple for parties and gatherings. While we all love this rich, flavorful dish, it is often seen as labor-intensive to make at home. I’m excited to share a simplified recipe that eliminates the hassle while maintaining that authentic, restaurant-quality taste and presentation. Follow these easy steps to serve up a decadent Paneer Makhani right from your own kitchen!

Ingredients:

4 medium red tomatoes, pureed (or one 8 oz can of tomato puree)

500g Paneer (cottage cheese), cut into 1-inch cubes

1/4 cup cashew powder

2 tsp freshly grated ginger

1/4 tsp green chillies, finely chopped

Salt to taste

1 tsp red chilli powder

2 tsp butter

2 tsp cooking oil

1 tsp honey

1/4 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)

Whole spices: 2–3 cloves, 1/4 tsp cumin seeds, 1-inch cinnamon stick, 3–4 green cardamom seeds

2 tsp garam masala powder

2 tsp freshly chopped coriander leaves for garnish