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Kadai Paneer

Tarla Dalal
06 December, 2024


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This all-time favourite paneer dish is so popular because of the rich texture and intense flavour of the gravy, which results from the interplay of ingredients like tomato puree and fresh cream with veggies like onion and capsicum, not to forget a whole lot of spice powders including garam masala and dried fenugreek leaves.
This gravy gives the paneer a beautiful base to rest on and show off its succulent texture. Enjoy the Kadai Paneer hot, with a garnish of fresh coriander!
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Preparation Time
20 Mins
Cooking Time
7 Mins
Total Time
27 Mins
Makes
4 servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1 1/2 cups paneer (cottage cheese) , cut into thick strips
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)
1 tsp finely chopped ginger (adrak)
1 tsp coriander-cumin seeds (dhania-jeera) powder
a pinch of turmeric powder (haldi)
3/4 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi)
4 tbsp tomato puree
1/4 cup sliced capsicum
1 tbsp fresh cream
a pinch of sugar
2 tbsp oil
salt to taste
For The Garnish
2 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)
Method
- Combine the oil, onions, garlic and ginger in a microwave safe bowl, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
- Add the coriander-cumin seeds powder, turmeric powder, chilli powder, garam masala and kasuri methi, mix well and microwave on high for 1 minute.
- Add the tomato purée, capsicum and 1/4 cup of water, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
- Add the paneer, fresh cream, sugar, salt and 2 tbsp of water, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
- Serve hot garnished with coriander.
Kadai Paneer recipe with step by step photos
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Energy | 255 cal |
Protein | 7.9 g |
Carbohydrates | 8.2 g |
Fiber | 0.6 g |
Fat | 21.2 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 4.5 mg |
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Sathyanarayana
March 13, 2025, midnight
You mentioned in each stage, microwave on high for 2 minutes. What is that high. Is it just microwave or Will this high / low range be available on microwave. How to select.

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi, High means on 100 %

Shyam
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi Will just try it. ??

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Thanks Shyam, let us know how it works out.

Foodie #648058
March 13, 2025, midnight
Comes out very well. I made it on gas and not microwave.

puneet
March 13, 2025, midnight
you didnt use oil anywhere?

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi Puneet, It was an error in the recipe, we have rectified it. Do try the recipe and let us know how it turned out. Happy Cooking !!

Debjani Chatterjee
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hello Mam, i tried this recipe and it came out very well. Thank you :-)

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi Debjani , we are delighted you loved the Kadai Paneer recipe and it came out perfectly. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback and review recipes you have loved. Happy Cooking.

Aussie Girl
March 13, 2025, midnight
Just delicious!

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Thanks Aussie Girl. Good to hear from you and glad you liked the Kadai Paneer.

Elina Satapathy
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hello Ma''am. .. I m a big fan of yours. Tried this recipe. ..kids just love it.

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi Elina, Very pleased to know that you like the recipe. Please do keep trying more recipes and share your feedback! Happy Cooking!!!

Ashish Sharma
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi can this recipe last for three four months?

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Only the gravy will last if you put it in a air tight container and freeze it. Cannot add the paneer and cream to it.

Rajib
March 13, 2025, midnight
kadai paneer spicy or non spicy

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
It is medium spicy.