Smoky Paneer Masala With Fragrant Cumin Rice Recipe

About this recipe

A classic Indian dinner dish that combines smoky marinated paneer cubes in a rich, flavorful tomato-based gravy, paired with aromatic jeera rice.

Ingredients

• 200 g Paneer
• Pcs Epi Yogurt Mango
• 200 g Cream
• - Bay Leaf
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 100 g Coriander Powder
• 250g Green Chilli
• 500 g Rice
• - Butter
• 10G Salt
• 250g Coriander

Instructions

1. Step 1: Mix yogurt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt in a bowl to create a marinade. Coat the paneer cubes and let them marinate for 20 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a grill pan. Sear the marinated paneer cubes until lightly charred and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a deep pan, heat the remaining oil and butter. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
4. Step 4: Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute. Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
5. Step 5: Add coriander powder, garam masala, and green chilies. Stir well, then add fresh cream and adjust salt. Simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Step 6: Gently add the grilled paneer cubes to the gravy and simmer for another 5 minutes.
7. Step 7: To prepare jeera rice, heat oil in a saucepan. Add cumin seeds and bay leaf. Once fragrant, add soaked rice and water (1:2 ratio). Cook until rice is tender.
8. Step 8: Serve the paneer tikka masala hot with the jeera rice, garnished with chopped cilantro.