Methi Malai Paneer Recipe

Ingredients:

• 200 grams paneer, cubed
• 1 cup fresh fenugreek leaves (methi), chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 cup fresh cream
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt, to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, for garnishing

Instructions:

1. Heat oil or ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
2. Add chopped onions to the pan and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
4. Add tomato puree to the pan and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
5. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
6. Add chopped fenugreek leaves to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until they wilt.
7. Pour in the fresh cream and mix well to combine.
8. Add cubed paneer to the pan and gently stir to coat it with the creamy fenugreek mixture.
9. Simmer the Methi Malai Paneer on low heat for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
10. Once done, garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.
11. Serve hot with roti or rice.

About Methi Malai Paneer:

Methi Malai Paneer is a delightful North Indian dish that combines the goodness of fresh fenugreek leaves with the richness of cream and paneer. The bitterness of fenugreek is balanced perfectly by the creamy texture of the gravy, making it a favorite among both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. This dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, as fenugreek leaves are loaded with vitamins and minerals. Methi Malai Paneer is often served as a main course dish and is best enjoyed with roti or rice.

Treat yourself to the creamy and aromatic Methi Malai Paneer!