Kadhai Paneer Lunch Special Recipe

About this recipe

Kadhai Paneer Lunch Special is a delightful, medium-spiced Indian dish brimming with the flavors of fresh paneer, crunchy bell peppers, and aromatic spices. Cooked in a thick tomato-based gravy, this dish is perfect for a hearty lunch with family. Balanced in flavor, it pairs beautifully with soft roti or steaming rice, offering a wholesome and satisfying meal that caters to both vegetarians and spice enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

• 200 g Paneer
• 500 g Onion
• 200G Adrak Lasun Paste (200g)
• - Red Chilli Powder
• - Fresh Cream
• 100G Oleo
• 500 g Capsicum Green
• 100 g Coriander Leaves
• - Coriander Powder
• 50g Everest Garam Masala
• 100 g Jeera
• 1 Kg Kissan Tomato Puree
• 100 g Salt
• 20 g Turmeric Powder

Instructions

1. 1. Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a kadhai or deep pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
2. 2. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
3. 3. Add the tomato puree and cook for 5-7 minutes until the oil starts to separate. Stir in turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder, and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. 4. Add the diced bell peppers and stir well to coat them with the spices. Cook for 4-5 minutes, keeping them slightly crunchy.
5. 5. Gently add the paneer cubes to the kadhai and mix carefully to avoid breaking them.
6. 6. Pour in 1/2 cup water to adjust the gravy consistency. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes on low heat.
7. 7. Stir in the fresh cream and garam masala, and cook for another 2 minutes. Adjust salt to taste.
8. 8. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or steamed rice.