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Paneer Curry for Rice

Published: Jun 23, 2022

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Paneer is tossed in a creamy tomato based curry and flavored with mustard seeds and green chili. If you are looking for a variation from the regular Paneer curry, this recipe will surely please you.

Love Paneer? Then do check out my collection of Paneer recipes – Paneer Sandwich, Cauliflower Paneer Curry, and Paneer Butter Masala.

paneer curry served in a yellow bowl garnished with sliced red oniona nd coriander leaves

This Paneer Curry is slightly different from the other Paneer curry recipes.

The main difference is –

  • we use green chili not red chili powder
  • no garam masala is added
  • mustard seeds are added
  • in addition to cashew yogurt is also added

How to cook Paneer Curry:

1 – Add one tablespoon of ghee and 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan. Once the oil gets hot add ¼ teaspoon of mustards seeds, let them pop. Add 1 ½ teaspoons of cumin seeds and let them saute for 30 seconds. Add 3 green chili (slit) and one medium diced onion and a pinch of salt. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Add 1 inch ginger and 3 garlic cloves and saute for 5 minutes.

2- Add two large tomato and 12 whole cashew. Saute for 5 to 7 minutes till tomato turns mushy. Add 2 teaspoons of kasuri methi ( dry fenugreek leaves). Saute for a minute and turn off the stove.

3 & 4- Let the mixture cool and transfer it to a blender and puree the mixture. Do not make it too soft, keep it slightly grainy.

onion, tomato and spices are cooked and pureed

5- Boil water and add paneer cubes. Turn off the stove and let the paneer soak in the boiling water for 10 minutes.

6 – Heat a skillet and add 2 teaspoons of oil. Once the oil gets hot add diced bell pepper and saute for 5 minutes. Add the pureed onion-tomato mixture, 1 ½ teaspoon coriander powder, salt to taste and ¾ cup water. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes.

7 & 8 – Add the paneer cubes and 2 tablespoons whisked yogurt. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Mix and simmer the curry for 5 minutes and remove from heat.

soaked paneer is added to bell pepper and onion tomato sauce and cooked till done

Serving Suggestions:

My family enjoys this Paneer Curry with Rice, but can be also served with roti or naan.

paneer curry served with rice, tomato and onion

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is Paneer called in English?

Indian cottage cheese.

Should you soak paneer before adding to curry?

If using store bought or frozen, soak the paneer cubes in hot water for 10 to 15 minutes. If using fresh homemade paneer, no need to soak.

What is Paneer curry made of?

This paneer curry is made with onion, tomato, green chili, ginger, garlic, mustard seeds and dried fenugreek leaves.

paneer curry served in a yellow bowl garnished with sliced red oniona nd coriander leaves

Paneer Curry for Rice

Paneer Curry – easy vegetarian paneer curry which can be enjoyed with rice.
5 from 4 votes
Print Pin Rate
Course: Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Madhavi

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • 1 ½ tablespoon oil (divided)
  • ¼ teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 3 green chili, slit
  • 1 inch ginger, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 large tomato, diced
  • 12 whole cashew
  • 2 teaspoon kasuri methi ( dry fenugreek leaves)
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups cubed paneer
  • 1 ½ teaspoon coriander powder
  • 2 tablespoon whisked yogurt
  • salt to taste
  • lemon juice to taste (optional)

Instructions

  • Add one tablespoon of ghee and 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan. Once the oil gets hot add ¼ teaspoon of mustards seeds, let them pop. Add 1 ½ teaspoons of cumin seeds and let them saute for 30 seconds. Add 3 green chili (slit) and one medium diced onion and a pinch of salt. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Add 1 inch ginger and 3 garlic cloves and saute for 5 minutes.
  • Add two large tomato and 12 whole cashew. Saute for 5 to 7 minutes till tomato turns mushy. Add 2 teaspoons of kasuri methi ( dry fenugreek leaves). Saute for a minute and turn off the stove.
  • Let the mixture cool and transfer it to a blender and puree the mixture. Do not make it too soft, keep it slightly grainy.
  • Boil water and add paneer cubes. Turn off the stove and let the paneer soak in the boiling water for 10 minutes
  • Heat a skillet and add 2 teaspoons of oil. Once the oil gets hot add diced bell pepper and saute for 5 minutes. Add the pureed onion-tomato mixture, 1 ½ teaspoon coriander powder, salt to taste and ¾ cup water. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the paneer cubes and 2 tablespoons whisked yogurt. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Mix and simmer the curry for 5 minutes and remove from heat.

Notes

Do not make soft puree of the mixture, keep it slightly coarse. 
Enjoy the paneer curry with rice, roti or naan.
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