Dhaba Style Paneer Masala
Serves 4
15 mins prep
30 mins cook
45 mins total
Enjoy the delicious Dhaba Style Paneer Masala at home with this easy recipe! This flavorful dish features paneer cooked with a variety of spices, including cumin, cloves, and garam masala, making it a perfect accompaniment to naan or rice. The use of khoya adds richness to the curry, while the spices ensure an authentic taste reminiscent of dhaba food. Serve hot with a drizzle of melted ghee for an added flavor boost.
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1: Heat up oil and add the whole spices (cinnamon, cloves, green cardamom, and black cardamom). 2: Add the sliced onions and cook until they are golden brown. 3: To the golden brown onions, add ginger garlic paste, slit green chilies, all the spice powders, and salt. Saute for 20 seconds. 4: To this, add tomato puree. Cook for 5 minutes, covered. 5: Add water followed by the khoya to this and cover it with a lid. Cook it on low flame for 7-8 minutes. 6: Add the paneer pieces to this and mix for 2 minutes. 7: The oil should be floating on the top or around the edges. This is a sign that the masalas have been cooked. Taste and adjust the salt, if needed. Add chopped coriander leaves, ginger julienne and Kasuri methi leaves to the curry. Remove from the heat. 8: Serve hot and top with melted ghee, ginger julienne, and coriander sprigs.