Paneer Khurchan

Paneer Khurchan is a flavorful and aromatic Indian dish where paneer cubes are cooked with a spicy and tangy onion-tomato masala. This recipe creates a restaurant-style Paneer Khurchan that’s rich, creamy, and full of delicious spices.

Paneer Khurchan

Author: Taste Spread Cooking Method: Stovetop Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dinner, Lunch Recipe Keys: Dinner Lunch P Paneer Khurchan

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Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 40 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Servings: 1 Calories: Approximately 300 calories per serving (calculated based on ingredients and serving size) Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 tbsp oil
• 200 g paneer, cut into cubes
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 green cardamom
• 2 cloves
• 3 onions, chopped
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 3 tsp red chili powder
• ¹⁄₂ tsp turmeric powder
• 1.5 tsp coriander powder
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Water
• 3 tomatoes, blended
• 1 cup capsicum, sliced
• 1 tsp kasoori methi
• Chopped coriander
• Ginger juliennes
• 1 tbsp cream

Instructions

1. Heat 3 tbsp oil and shallow fry the paneer cubes until golden brown. Keep them in water and set aside.

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2. In the same oil, add cumin seeds, green cardamom, cloves, and chopped onions. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.

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3. Add ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, garam masala, and a bit of water. Mix well and cook until the masala starts leaving oil.

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4. Add the blended tomatoes to the masala and cook again until the masala starts leaving oil.

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5. Set the masala aside and sauté sliced capsicum. Add 1/2 cup water and the prepared masala. Mix well.

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6. Cook for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the flavors meld together.

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Note

• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference. You can also add a bit of crushed kasoori methi for enhanced flavor.
• Serve this Paneer Khurchan with naan or roti for a delightful Indian meal experience.