Indian
Indian - South Indian Classics
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
- • 250 g paneer, cubed
- • 2 tbsp coconut oil
- • 10 shallots, sliced
- • 3 dried red chilies
- • 1 tsp fennel seeds
- • 1/2 tsp black peppercorns
- • 2 tbsp grated coconut
- • 10 curry leaves
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Dry roast the dried red chilies, fennel and peppercorns, then grind with the grated coconut to a coarse masala.
2
Phase 2
Heat coconut oil and fry the shallots and curry leaves until golden.
3
Phase 3
Add the ground masala and salt and sauté for 2 minutes until aromatic.
4
Phase 4
Add 1/2 cup water and simmer for 3 minutes until the gravy coats the back of a spoon.
5
Phase 5
Add the paneer cubes and toss on low for 2 minutes without boiling hard.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot with dosa or steamed rice.