Paneer Quinoa Pilaf With Spiced Tomato Curry Recipe

About this recipe

A nutritious and flavorful pilaf made with protein-rich quinoa and paneer, paired with a medium-spiced tomato curry for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• 100 g Quinoa
• 200 g Paneer
• 25 g Kasuri Methi
• - Onion
• 200 g Green Peas
• 250g Garlic
• 250g Ginger
• - Red Chilli
• 250g Coriander
• 1 kg Rice
• 500 ml Water
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 100 g Coriander Powder
• 100g Garam Masala
• 10G Salt
• - Cumin Seed

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Sauté the paneer cubes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pan, heat another 2 tablespoons of oil. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
3. Step 3: Add the chopped onions and cook until golden brown. Stir in the garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Mash slightly using the back of a spoon.
5. Step 5: Stir in the garam masala and kasuri methi. Add 150 ml of water to adjust the consistency of the curry. Simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Step 6: Meanwhile, in a rice cooker, add rinsed quinoa, green peas, 200 ml water, and a pinch of salt. Cook until fluffy.
7. Step 7: Fold the sautéed paneer into the curry and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
8. Step 8: Serve the quinoa pilaf with the paneer tomato curry on the side. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.