Indian
Indian - Regional Mains
Kadhai Paneer
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 400g paneer, cubed
- • 3 tbsp oil
- • 1 tbsp coriander seeds, coarsely crushed
- • 3 dried red chilies, crushed
- • 1 capsicum, cut into squares
- • 1 large onion, cut into petals
- • 1 tbsp ginger, julienned
- • 3 tomatoes, chopped
- • 1 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Toast the crushed coriander seeds and dried red chilies in a dry pan 30 seconds until fragrant.
2
Phase 2
Sear the paneer cubes in 1 tbsp oil until lightly golden; set aside.
3
Phase 3
In the remaining oil, stir-fry the capsicum, onion, and ginger until crisp-tender.
4
Phase 4
Add the tomatoes and salt; cook until pulpy and the oil separates.
5
Phase 5
Return the paneer; toss with the kadhai masala and kasuri methi for 2 minutes.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot with roti or naan.