Best 5 Paneer Makhani Recipes

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Paneer makhani is a classic North Indian dish that has gained immense popularity worldwide. The combination of creamy tomato gravy, soft paneer, and aromatic spices results in a delectable and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this introduction will guide you through the essential steps to create the perfect paneer makhani at home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

QUICK PANEER MAKHANI



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Cheese curd cubes simmered in a tomato gravy. Serve hot.

Provided by Neha

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 29m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
½ teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
¼ cup tomato puree
½ teaspoon chile powder
1 pinch turmeric powder (haldi)
¾ cup milk
½ cup cubed paneer (Indian cheese curd)
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi)
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil over medium heat. Add chopped onion; cook until soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and allow onion to cool completely. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.
  • Heat oil and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion puree and ginger-garlic paste; cook and stir until fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato puree, chile powder, and turmeric; cook until oil separates from the mixture, about 5 minutes. Add milk, paneer, sugar, fenugreek, and salt. Simmer until flavors combine, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 18.4 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 562.2 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

PANEER MAKHANI



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Delicious Indian dish to be served over rice or with naan. You can substitute tofu for paneer if you like. Feel free to add your own touch with extra lime, cilantro, or any other garnish. Serve hot.

Provided by Arjun Gopal

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 lemon, sliced into rounds
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, grated
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 cup half-and-half
¼ cup plain yogurt
3 ½ tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 ounces paneer, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 (16 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir red onion in the hot oil until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add butter, lemon, ginger, garam masala, chili powder, and cumin; stir to coat, about 1 minute.
  • Stir half-and-half, yogurt, and tomato paste into onion mixture and cook until well mixed and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a separate skillet over low heat. Pan-fry paneer in the hot oil until slightly brown, about 5 minutes per side. Mix cooked paneer and chickpeas into the spiced cream sauce. Simmer until heated through, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 695.9 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

PANEER MAKHANI



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Make and share this Paneer Makhani recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bragz

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

400 g tomatoes, chopped
1/2 inch ginger, chopped
250 -300 g panir, cut into cubes
1 bay leaf
2 cardamoms, skinned and crushed
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi)
1 teaspoon sugar
5 tablespoons cream
1/4 teaspoon garam masala
4 tablespoons oil
salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil, add the chopped tomatoes,ginger, bay leaf, cardamom, methi and chilli powder.
  • Cook covered till the tomatoes turn soft.
  • Cool, and grind the tomato mixture to a puree and pass through a sieve.
  • Keep the tomato puree on the fire, and add salt,sugar, garam masala and cook on low flame for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the paneer cubes and cook till soft.
  • Now add the cream keeping some for the garnish and remove from fire.
  • Just before serving add the paneer pieces and garnish with beaten cream and coriander leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201, Fat 19.7, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 20.8, Sodium 17.5, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.7, Protein 1.6

PANEER MAKHANI RECIPE



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Paneer makhani is a easy paneer(cottage cheese) recipe made from a super creamy tomato cashewnuts gravy. This Paneer makhani recipe is a restaurant style recipe that you can easily make at home. Recipe adapted from https://www.hassanchef.com/2020/06/paneer-makhani-recipe.html?m=1

Provided by Mobasir Hassan

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

200 g paneer
4 large tomato
1/2 small onion
3 tsp cashews, unsalted
3 tsp cream
2 tsp butter
1 tsp ginger garlic paste
1 tsp red chili powder
1 tsp green chili
1/2/ tsp salt
2 small green cardamom
1 bay leaf
1/2 stick cinamom stick
1/4 tsp fenugreek leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Roughly chopped tomatoes and onions and boil with cashewnuts, whole spices and half of the red chilli powder and butter till messy and soft.
  • 2. Grind them into a fine paste or puree.
  • 3. Heat remaining butter and add green chili and ginger garlic paste. Saute till raw smell of ginger garlic paste goes.
  • 4. Cut Paneer into cubes and add into the pan and saute.
  • 5. Pour the puree, salt red chilli powder and simmer for 5 - 6 minutes.
  • 6. Pour the cream and sprinkle fenugreek leaves mix nicely and removee.

PANEER MAKHANI



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Categories     Vegetarian

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1lb tomatoes chopped
3 1/2 Tblsp of butter
1lb 10oz of paneer cubed
4 Tblsp of vegetable oil
1 tsp chili powder
2-3 tsp ground green cardamon
1 tsp Garam Masala
2 Tblsp Ginger Paste
2 Tblsp Garlic Paste
1 Tblsp poppy seeds
2 Tblsp crushed/chopped ginger
1 bay leaf
3-4 cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves, crushed
1 tsp sugar
1/2 cup light cream
4 Tblsp cilantro leaves, to garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Blanch the tomatoes by putting them in a large heatproof bowl of boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunging them into cold water. Remove the skin and chop the flesh 2. Heat the butter in a heavy-based frying pan (skillet or wok) over medium heat, add the paneer and fry for about 8-10 minutes, or until evenly golden brown all over. Remove with a slotted spoon and soak in a bowl of water to keep succulent. 3. Heat oil in a heavy-based pan or wok, add the tomatoes ans stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add all the ground spices, the ginger and garlic pastes and poppy seeds and continue frying for 2-3 minutes, or until the oil separates out. 3. Add the crushed ginger, bay leaf, cloves and cinnamon and pour in 1 cup of hot water. Bring to a boil and cook over high heat for about 5-7 minutes. 4. Reduce the heat and simmer for a further 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce is thick. 5. Add the dried fenugreek, sugar and cream, them stir, remove from the heat and set aside. 6. Add the paneer, season with salt and heat before serving. Garnish with coriander leaves.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the paneer. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the paneer until it is golden brown. This will give it a nice flavor and texture.
  • Use a good quality tomato sauce. This is the base of the dish, so it's important to use one that you like.
  • Add the cream and butter at the end of cooking. This will help to create a rich and creamy sauce.
  • Serve the paneer makhani with rice or naan bread. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Paneer makhani is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great option for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

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