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Matar Paneer aka Mattar Paneer Masala

Matar Paneer or Mattar Paneer Masala is made with cubes of paneer and peas simmered in a tangy, mildly spicy curry.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Diet Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 424kcal
Author Shinta

Equipment

  • 1 Wok or kadai

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Start by prepping the ingredients. Chop the paneer into cubes, and finely dice the onion.
  • In a wok or kadai, heat vegetable oil. Add the ginger garlic paste and saute for a minute until aromatic. Add the chopped onion and whole cumin (jeera) and saute until onion turns translucent.
  • Add the tomato puree, along with 1/2 cup water, mix and simmer on medium heat for 2 minutes.
  • Add the spice powders, followed by peas.
  • Crush the kasuri methi in your palms and add it.
  • Finally add the paneer, followed by salt to season.
  • Mix it all well, and if the gravy is too thick, add a little water.
  • Cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  • Once the gravy is cooked, serve it hot with rotis or parathas or naan.

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Nutrition

Calories: 424kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 301mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 593IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 627mg | Iron: 2mg