A delightful vegetarian dish featuring paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and colorful bell peppers cooked in a flavorful kadhai (wok) style gravy, seasoned with aromatic spices. A savory and satisfying choice
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250 grams paneer, cut into cubes
30 ml refined oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
250 grams tomatoes, finely chopped
15 grams ginger garlic paste
2 green chilies, finely chopped
1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
6 grams coriander powder
6 grams cumin powder
5 grams turmeric powder
6 grams red chili powder (adjust to taste)
6 grams garam masala
15 grams Salt
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. **Saute Onions:**
Heat oil in a kadhai (wok). Add thinly sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
2. **Add Aromatics:**
Add ginger garlic paste and chopped green chilies. Sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
3. **Add Tomatoes and Spices:**
Add finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil separates.
Add coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
4. **Cook Paneer in Kadhai:**
Add the paneer cubes to the kadhai. Mix to coat the paneer with the masala.
Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb the flavors.
5. **Add Bell Peppers and Garam Masala:**
Add thinly sliced bell peppers and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
Sprinkle garam masala and mix well.
6. **Garnish and Serve:**
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Kadhai Paneer is ready to be served. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.
Kadhai Paneer is a flavorful and vibrant dish that is loved for its rich taste and texture. Enjoy this delicious paneer curry as a main course in your Indian meal.