How to Make Paneer Tikka Masala - A Step-by-Step Guide

Paneer Tikka Masala is a popular and flavorful Indian dish that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. This vegetarian dish features cubes of paneer, a type of Indian cheese, that are marinated in spices and then grilled to perfection. The paneer is then simmered in a rich and creamy tomato-based gravy that is bursting with bold and aromatic flavors.

Paneer Tikka Masala is a dish that is loved by many for its delicious harmony of spices and creamy texture. It is often enjoyed as a main c...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 pound paneer, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 medium jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground cashews
  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 pint half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add paneer; cook and stir until golden, about 5 minutes. Add onions, bell pepper, jalapeños, ground cashews, garlic paste, ginger paste, cayenne pepper, cumin, coriander, and garam masala; cook and stir until well combined and fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Mix tomato sauce, half-and-half, and salt into paneer mixture; simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    323 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 66mg
    • Sodium: 1225mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 176mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 576mg