How to Make Indian Matar Paneer (Cottage Cheese and Peas) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Indian Matar Paneer, also known as Cottage Cheese and Peas, is a classic vegetarian dish that is popular in Indian cuisine. It is a comforting and flavorful combination of soft paneer (cottage cheese) and sweet peas in a rich tomato-based sauce. This dish is a favorite among vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike, and it is often featured in Indian restaurants around the world.

Matar Paneer is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course with rice or naan, or as a side dish to...

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Ingredients

  • 1 gallon whole milk
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • ½ cup canned whole kernel corn
  • ½ cup frozen peas
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a large saucepan, bring the milk to a boil. Stir in the lemon juice. Continue cooking 15 minutes, stirring constantly, until curds have formed. Using a cheese cloth, separate the cheese from remaining liquid, and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stirring constantly, cook the cumin seeds and onion in the skillet until golden brown. Mix in the bell pepper, corn, and peas. Season with garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder. Continue to cook and stir 10 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
  • Mix the cheese into the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and continue cooking 10 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro to serve.
  • Nutrition

    673 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 98mg
    • Sodium: 484mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 48g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 66mg
    • Calcium: 1153mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1653mg