Smoky Dum Paneer Korma Recipe

About this recipe

Smoky Dum Paneer Korma is a rich and flavorful vegetarian Indian dish featuring paneer cubes simmered in a luscious, smoky gravy made with cashews, yogurt, and aromatic spices. The dish balances warmth and moderate spice, making it perfect for a hearty lunch that satisfies without being overly indulgent. With its creamy texture and gentle smoky undertones, this recipe is designed to be both nutritious and comforting, ideal for moderate activity levels and weight-loss goals.

Ingredients

• 200 g Paneer
• 500 g Onion
• 200 g Dahi
• 100 g Cashew Regular
• 1 Kg Kissan Tomato Puree
• 200 ml Ghee
• 30 g Smoked Paprika Powder
• - Coriander Powder
• 25 g Kasuri Methi
• medium Chilli Green Long
• 50g Everest Garam Masala
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Red Chili Powder
• 100 g Salt
• 20 g Turmeric Powder

Instructions

1. 1. Heat ghee in a large pan over medium heat, add cumin seeds, and sauté until aromatic.
2. 2. Add finely chopped onions and cook until golden brown, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
3. 3. Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
4. 4. Add the tomato puree and cook until the mixture thickens and the oil starts separating from the sides of the pan.
5. 5. Mix in the cashew paste and plain yogurt, stirring continuously to create a smooth, creamy gravy.
6. 6. Add smoked paprika and kasuri methi, crushing the fenugreek leaves lightly in your palm before adding.
7. 7. Gently fold in the paneer cubes and slit green chilies, ensuring they are coated in the gravy; simmer for 5-7 minutes.
8. 8. Adjust salt to taste, garnish with fresh coriander leaves, and serve warm with steamed rice or whole-grain roti.