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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.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 40 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: Approximately 300 calories per serving (calculated based on ingredients and serving size)
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 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. 1
    Heat 3 tbsp oil and shallow fry the paneer cubes until golden brown. Keep them in water and set aside.
  2. 2
    In the same oil, add cumin seeds, green cardamom, cloves, and chopped onions. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
  3. 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.
  4. 4
    Add the blended tomatoes to the masala and cook again until the masala starts leaving oil.
  5. 5
    Set the masala aside and sauté sliced capsicum. Add 1/2 cup water and the prepared masala. Mix well.
  6. 6
    Cook for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the flavors meld together.
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.
Read it online: https://tastespread.com/recipe/paneer-khurchan/