Shahi Paneer

Shahi Paneer is a popular dish in Northern India and is known for its rich and creamy texture.

This is vegetarian, gluten free, high protein and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Shahi Paneer

Cooking Method: Frying, Simmering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Paneer
• 2 medium Onion
• 3 medium Tomato
• 50 gram Cashews
• 2 tablespoon Ghee
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 2 teaspoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 4 tablespoon Fresh cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water

Instructions

1. Heat ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.
3. Add chopped tomatoes, cashews, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
4. Allow the mixture to cool down and then blend it into a smooth paste.
5. Heat ghee in a pan and add the blended paste. Cook for a few minutes.
6. Add water and bring the mixture to a boil.
7. Add paneer cubes and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Add garam masala and fresh cream. Mix well.
9. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
10. Serve hot with naan or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.