Kadhai Paneer
Indian Indian - Curries and Gravies

Kadhai Paneer

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 250g paneer, cubed
  • • 2 tbsp ghee
  • • 1 tbsp coriander seeds, coarsely pounded
  • • 2 dried red chilies, broken
  • • 1 large onion, cut into wedges
  • • 1 green pepper, cut into squares
  • • 3 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • • 1 tbsp ginger, julienned
  • • 1 tsp salt

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Coarsely pound the coriander seeds.

2
Phase 2

Heat the ghee and fry the broken red chilies for a few seconds, then sear the paneer cubes until golden at the edges; remove.

3
Phase 3

Add the onion and pepper and toss on high heat for 3 minutes, keeping the crunch.

4
Phase 4

Add the tomatoes, ginger, pounded coriander, and salt; cook until soft and saucy.

5
Phase 5

Return the paneer, toss for 2 minutes, and serve with roti or naan.