How to make Spicy Paneer Butter Masala

 Spicy Paneer Butter Masala

spicy paneer butter masala

Introduction:
Paneer Butter Masala is a rich and creamy North Indian dish made with soft paneer cubes cooked in a tomato-based gravy. Perfect for pairing with naan or jeera rice!

Ingredients:

• 200g paneer (cubed)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 cup tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 cup fresh cream
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
• 1 tsp sugar
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 cup water

Instructions:

1. Heat butter and oil in a pan. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
3. Pour in the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
4. Add turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
5. Add water and simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Stir in fresh cream and kasuri methi. Mix well.
7. Add paneer cubes and let them soak in the gravy for 2-3 minutes.
8. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.

Tips:

• For extra creaminess, add a little cashew paste.
• You can replace fresh cream with milk or curd for a lighter version.

Enjoy your delicious Paneer Butter Masala! 😋