Paneer Makhanwala
Paneer Makhanwala is a traditional dish which is prepared in "special occasions" - rich in cream, spices and paneer.
It is very famous among the people who love North-Indian cuisine.
Paneer Makhanwala has always been one of my favorite side dishes in Indian cuisine.I always order this with Naan or Kulcha.
Its reddish orange color creamy sauce with paneer floating over it will bring water in anyone's mouth.
So here i am providing an easy way to prepare this delicious dish.
Ingredients:
* 250 gms Paneer(cut into cubes of 1 inch each)
* 2-3 tablespoon butter
* 1 tablespoon cream or malai
* 3 tablespoon Tomato puree
* 1 tablespoon coriander leaves finely chopped
* 2-3 piece grated paneer
* 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
* 1 teaspoon coriander seed powder
* 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
* 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
* 2-3 Green chillies(Hari mirch) silt
* 8-10 cloves Garlic
* 1 large onion
* 10 cashew nuts(pasted)
* 1 inch ginger piece
* 1 teaspoon Kasoori methi(fenugreek seeds)powder
* 1/2 teaspoon sugar
* salt according to taste
Preparation:
1. Grind the onions, ginger and garlic to a paste.
2. Heat a pan and melt the butter.Put the green chillies,kasoori methi,ginger-garlic-onion paste,
turmeric powder,coriander powder,tomato puree,red chilly powder and fry for 3-4 minutes.
3. Now add the malai,cashew nut paste,salt,sugar,garam masala and a little bit water and stir for 3 minutes.
4. Then add the paneer pieces and cook for a couple of minutes till the gravy thickens.
5. Finally, garnish with grated paneer and chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Tip:
* Paneer can also be dip fried in butter or oil and used(if anyone doesnt like raw paneer).
Serve with: Naan or Parathas, Ghee Rice or plain rice.
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