Paneer Butter Masala

Dive into the rich, velvety world of Paneer Butter Masala, a quintessential North Indian curry that's a symphony of bold flavors and creamy textures. This dish features tender cubes of paneer gently simmered in a luscious tomato-based gravy, enriched with butter, heavy cream, and aromatic spices like garam masala and Kasuri methi. With its perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and tanginess, this restaurant-style favorite comes together in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for both special occasions and weeknight dinners. Pair this indulgent curry with naan, roti, or steamed basmati rice for an irresistible meal your family will love. Perfect for vegetarians and fans of Indian cuisine, this Paneer Butter Masala recipe is a must-try comfort food classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Paneer
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon Oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Tomato Puree
• 1 teaspoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Kasuri Methi (Dried Fenugreek Leaves)
• 0.25 cup Heavy Cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Coriander Leaves, chopped
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Cut the paneer into cubes about 1-inch each and set aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onions and sauté until transparent.

Step 4

Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato puree, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture.

Step 6

Add water to the tomato-onion masala and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes on medium heat.

Step 7

Lower the heat, add paneer cubes to the gravy, and mix gently.

Step 8

Add garam masala and Kasuri methi by crushing it between your palms.

Step 9

Add the remaining butter, heavy cream, and sugar. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes on low heat, allowing all flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Turn off the heat, garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.

Step 11

Serve hot with naan, roti, or steamed basmati rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(856.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1459.0

Total Fat 118.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 298.3mg	0%
Sodium 4482.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.1g
Protein 52.7g	0%

Vitamin D 11.2IU	0%
Calcium 1531.6mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1751.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.5%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 13.2%