Description
A delicious and creamy Paneer Tikka Masala, perfect for serving with naan or rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g paneer, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup thick yogurt (Greek yogurt or hung curd)
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp oil
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil or butter
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 3 large tomatoes, pureed
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 cup fresh cream (or cashew cream)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, garam masala, salt, and oil. Coat paneer cubes, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes or overnight.
- Grill or pan-sear the marinated paneer until lightly charred and golden on all sides. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. Add chopped onions and cook until golden.
- Add ginger-garlic paste, stir for a minute, then add pureed tomatoes. Cook until the oil separates.
- Mix in chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Simmer until thick.
- Let it cool slightly, then blend the masala until smooth. Return to the pan.
- Stir in cream and a little water to adjust consistency. Add sugar if needed. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add grilled paneer, simmer for 3–5 minutes, and garnish with chopped coriander before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made vegetarian by using paneer.
- Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg