Matar Paneer | Home Made | Tadka Flavour

April 14, 2023

45 mins

medium

Matar paneer is a delicious vegetarian dish that is popular in Indian cuisine. It consists of paneer, a type of Indian cheese also known as cottage cheese, and green peas cooked in a rich and creamy tomato-based gravy. The dish is typically served with naan, roti, or rice, and is a favorite among both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.

Side dishes

Thick Curd or Yogurt.
Salad
Buttermilk

What makes it likeable by all and a staple in most Indian celebration meals?

Matar paneer is not only delicious but also nutritious. Paneer is a good source of protein. And green peas are packed with vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin K, and iron. Additionally, the dish is usually made with a variety of spices. Which not only add flavor but also have health benefits. For example, cumin has been shown to aid digestion, and turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties. All in all, matar paneer is a healthy and flavorful addition to any Indian meal.

How to Make Your Own Matar Paneer Sabji: A Step by Step Guide

To make matar paneer, the first step is to prepare the gravy. This is done by sautéing onions and garlic in oil until they turn golden brown. Then, tomato puree and spices such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric are added to the mixture, and cooked until the oil begins to separate from the mixture. Once the gravy is ready, diced paneer and green peas are added to the mixture and cooked for a few minutes until the paneer is heated through and the peas are tender.

Being one of the most versatile dish, it has multiple ways to prepare. During the gravy preparation, some prefers to use water, some milk, some has a taste for cream and some likes thick gravy without any dilution.

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Ingredients

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	200 gm Paneer cottage cheese
	1 cup Peas
	4 Tomatoes medium sized
	2 Onions finely chopped or blended
	1 cup Milk whole fat, toned, etc. as your prefer
	1 tsp Ginger garlic paste you can make your own or buy from grosery store
	2 pieces Green chilies
	2 tbsp Oil

Spices

	Salt to taste
	1½ tsp Kashmiri mirch powder
	¼ tsp Turmeric powder
	1 tsp Coriander powder
	1 tsp Garam masala powder
	½ tsp Cumin seeds
	2 pieces Cardemom

Nutritional Information

4207 Calories per serving

62.9g Total Fat

705.9g Protein

Directions

Softening up the paneer

Begin by preparing the paneer. Cut 200g of paneer into medium to large-sized pieces. Place a pan on the stove and fill it with water up to half.

Once the water comes to a simmer, add the paneer and let it cook for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and set it aside for later.

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Gravy tadka

Place a non-stick kadhai (cauldron) over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp oil and let it heat. Then add cumin seeds and cardamom. Once they start to sizzle, add chopped onions and green chilies and sauté until golden brown.

Next, add ginger-garlic paste and mix well. Add salt, kashmiri mirch, coriander powder, and turmeric powder, and sauté for 2 minutes. Let the mixture cook on medium flame for another 2 minutes.

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Gravy

To make the gravy, blend tomatoes in a mixture and add them to the kadhai. Let it cook until the oil separates.

Then, add peas, garam masala, and milk, and mix well. Pour the milk slowly while mixing the gravy to prevent it from curdling.

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Main Ingredient

Now it's time to add the paneer. Rinse all the water from the pan and take all the paneer pieces out. They should be soft by now. Add them to the gravy and mix well. Close the lid and let the mixture cook for 10 minutes, but no longer as the paneer may become tough.

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Serve

After 10 minutes, open the lid. Your matar paneer is ready! Serve it hot with chapati, roti, or naan. Enjoy the rich and creamy flavors of this classic Indian dish.

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Notes

#1 - Nutrition info is only a rough estimate based on the ingredients. Note that exact values may vary from case to case.

#2 - There are many ways to adjust ingredients as per your taste. If you believe that some of the instructions can be improved, or have a good alternative solution, feel free to leave a comment.

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