Paneer Makhanwala Restaurant Style

Restaurant-Style Paneer Makhani: Creamy Delight at Home

Calling all paneer lovers! Craving that rich and flavorful Paneer Makhani you get at your favorite Indian restaurant? Look no further! This recipe unlocks the secrets to creating this delightful curry in your own kitchen.

Paneer Makhani: A Symphony of Sweet and Spice

Paneer Makhani, also known as Paneer Makhanwala, is a beloved Indian curry featuring melt-in-your-mouth paneer (Indian cottage cheese) in a luxuriously creamy tomato-based gravy. The perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, along with the fragrant blend of spices, makes this dish a true crowd-pleaser.

A Quick and Easy Weeknight Meal

Don’t let the restaurant-style title fool you! This Paneer Makhani recipe comes together in under an hour, making it a perfect option for busy weeknights. With readily available ingredients and simple steps, you’ll be enjoying this restaurant-quality curry in no time.

Tips for the Perfect Paneer Makhani:

• Creamy Dream: For an extra touch of indulgence, use heavy cream instead of fresh cream.
• Spice It Up: If you prefer a bit more heat, adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your taste.
• The Power of Garnish: A sprinkle of fresh coriander leaves adds a vibrant pop of color and freshness to your finished dish.

What to Pair with Your Paneer Makhani:

Paneer Makhani shines when paired with various accompaniments. Here are some popular choices:

• Tandoori Roti: This slightly charred flatbread provides a delicious contrast to the creamy gravy.
• Naan: This fluffy leavened flatbread soaks up all the delicious flavors of the curry.
• Jeera Rice: The simple and aromatic jeera rice complements the richness of the Paneer Makhani perfectly.

Explore More Delicious Paneer Delights:

Feeling adventurous? Check out these additional paneer recipes to expand your culinary horizons:

• Palak Paneer: A vibrant green curry featuring paneer and spinach.
• Matar Paneer: A delightful combination of paneer and peas in a flavorful gravy.
• Paneer Tikka Masala: A unique twist on Paneer Makhani with a touch of smoky flavor.

Paneer Makhanwala

Paneer Makkhanwala (Makhni) Indian Curry recipe | with detailed photo and video recipe. Paneer Makkhanwala is a tomato based Indian Curry recipe with Sweet and Spicy flavour.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Curry

Cuisine Indian

Servings 4 servings

Calories 115.7 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 200 Grams Cottage Cheese
• 3 Medium Sized Onions
• 6 Medium sized Tomatoes
• 3 tbsp Cashewnut Paste
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 2 tbsp Kasoori Methi
• 4 tbsp Fresh Cream
• 2 tbsp Red chilli powder
• 2 tbsp Kashmiri Red chilli powder
• 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1 tbsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tbsp Cumin Powder
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Garam Masala Powder
• Salt as per taste
• Oil for frying

Instructions

 

• In a pan take 2-3 tbsp oil
  Oil for frying
• Add roughly chopped onions and fry for 2-3 minutes
  3 Medium Sized Onions
• Add Tomatoes and saute for 4-5 minutes.
  6 Medium sized Tomatoes
• Grind Tomato and Onion to a fine paste.
• Soak Cashewnuts in some water for 10 minutes and grind it to a fine paste.
  3 tbsp Cashewnut Paste
• In a pan, add some oil and butter followed by Kasoori methi and saute for 2-3 minutes.
  2 tbsp Butter, Oil for frying, 2 tbsp Kasoori Methi
• Add Tomato paste and fry for 8-10 minutes.
• Add Cashew paste and Dry masalas and saute until oil separates.
  3 tbsp Cashewnut Paste, 2 tbsp Red chilli powder, 2 tbsp Kashmiri Red chilli powder, 1 tsp Turmeric Powder, 1 tbsp Coriander Powder, 1 tbsp Cumin Powder, Salt as per taste
• Add sugar and adjust consistency of gravy. To this add cotage cheese cubes followed by Garam Masala powder.
  1 tsp Sugar, 1 tsp Garam Masala Powder, 200 Grams Cottage Cheese
• Finally garnish with Fresh cream and serve hot with Roti or Rice. Enjoy!
  4 tbsp Fresh Cream

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