Spiced Paneer
This flavorful paneer curry is a delightful dish that combines crispy fried paneer with a rich and aromatic tomato-based sauce. Infused with a blend of spices and a touch of sweetness from honey, this dish is a colorful medley of textures and flavors. Garnished with fresh coriander, shredded ginger, peppers, and spring onions, this dish will surely tantalize your taste buds.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- vegetable oil , for frying
- 400g paneer , cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- knob of ginger , peeled and chopped
- 1 medium onion , chopped
- 4 large ripe tomatoes , chopped
- 1½ tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp clear honey
- small handful of fresh coriander , chopped
- small knob of ginger , peeled and shredded into matchsticks
- 1 small red and 1 small green pepper , seeded and finely chopped
- 3 spring onions , finely shredded
Instructions
- Heat 1cm oil in a large frying pan and fry the paneer in batches until golden brown – watch out as the oil spits. Scoop it on to kitchen paper.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a frying pan and gently fry the coriander seeds, ginger, chilli and onion for about 8- 10 minutes until golden. Tip in the tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes until they start to soften. Add the other spices and honey, stir and simmer for a few minutes.
- Tip the paneer into the sauce and stir. Simmer for a few minutes, then add the chopped coriander and shredded ginger. Serve sprinkled with peppers and spring onions.
Yield
Serves 4 as a main, or 6-8 as a side dish
Nutrition
- Calories: 463 calories
- Fat Content: 34 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 16 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 16 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 3 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 24 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 3.75 milligram of sodium
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