Authentic Matar Paneer Recipe: Creamy, Flavorful Indian Dish
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About Authentic Matar Paneer Recipe: Creamy, Flavorful Indian Dish
Master the art of making Matar Paneer, a beloved North Indian vegetarian delight! This restaurant-quality recipe features tender paneer cheese and sweet green peas in a rich, aromatic gravy. Simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions bring the taste of India to your kitchen.Our Matar Paneer recipe balances the comforting creaminess of the paneer with the subtle sweetness of peas, all enveloped in a warmly spiced tomato-based sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.Learn the secrets to achieving that perfect balance of flavors and textures, from shallow-frying the paneer to creating a smooth, flavorful gravy. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this authentic and delicious Indian culinary masterpiece!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep20 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Paneer
- 2 cups Cottage Cheese indian cottage cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil for shallow frying the paneer
For the Gravy
- 1 large Onion sliced lengthwise
- 2 inches Ginger finely chopped
- 7.5 clove Garlic minced
- 2 Chilies adjust to taste, finely chopped, green
- 1 cup Tomato Puree
- 1.5 cups Peas frozen, green
- 2.5 cups Water
- 1 tsp Turmeric Powder haldi
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- 3/4 tsp Paprika
- 3/4 cup Milk for thickening the gravy, optional
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil for sautéing
- 1/4 cup Coriander chopped, for garnish, fresh
- 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Paneer
- Shallow fry the paneer cubes in 1 tbsp oil until lightly golden. Set aside.
Sauté Aromatics
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pressure cooker or pot. Add sliced onions and sauté until light brown.
- Add ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Sauté for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
Blend and Simmer
- Blend the onion-garlic mixture with tomato puree until smooth. Return to the pan and simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the oil separates.
Add Peas and Water
- Add frozen green peas, turmeric powder, garam masala, paprika, and salt. Stir well. Add 2.5 cups of water.
Pressure Cook (or Simmer)
- Bring to a boil. If using a pressure cooker, close the lid and cook for 15 minutes (or until 2-3 whistles). Allow pressure to release naturally.
- If not using a pressure cooker, simmer uncovered until the sauce thickens, about 15-20 minutes.
Finish and Serve
- Stir in milk or cream (if using) to adjust consistency. Add the shallow-fried paneer cubes and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Matar Paneer
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) along with the peas.
- Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.
- Soaking the paneer in hot water for 10-15 minutes before frying will make it softer and prevent it from becoming crumbly.
- Don't overcook the peas, as this will make them mushy. Aim for a tender-crisp texture.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 7gFat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.8gCholesterol: 1mgSugar: 4g
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What a great recipe! Thanks for sharing.
This is so tempting! Thank you.
This is wonderful! Can’t wait to taste it.
Absolutely wonderful! Can’t wait to make it.
I’m in love with this recipe already!