Mutter Paneer

Vegetarian curry made with peas and home made cheese

This easy to prepare all time restaurant favorite is a sure crowd pleaser. It is great to make ahead of time for a dinner party. Make the paneer a day or two ahead. 

1 cup paneer cubes

2 cups cooked green peas

3 tablespoons tomato ketchup

Salt to taste

4 tablespoons yogurt

1 teaspoon ginger paste

1 teaspoon garlic paste

2 table spoons oil

 

For the onion paste

2 medium onions sliced

1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds

3 sticks of cinnamon

3 cloves

3 peppercorns

2 teaspoons coriander powder

1/4th teaspoon turmeric powder

3 tablespoons oil

 

Heat the oil and fry the onions and the spices for a minute or two. Grind into a paste. Heat the oil, add the ginger and garlic paste. Now add the onion paste. Add the tomato ketchup and fry for a little while. Add the salt and yogurt and let it simmer for a few minutes. Now add the green peas and paneer. Garnish with garam masala, and freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve with Jeera rice or Naan.

Paneer Recipe !