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Paneer Musallam

Paneer Musallam: Easy Comfort Food with a Spicy Twist

Paneer Musallam is a luxurious vegetarian dish featuring tender paneer in a rich gravy, perfect for impressing guests or indulging yourself.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Paneer
  • 250 grams Paneer fresh or homemade for the best results
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder tailor to spice tolerance
For the Gravy
  • 2-3 tablespoons Oil/Ghee ghee imparts a richer flavor
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 medium Tomatoes fresh or pureed
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste fresh paste works best
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds ensure they splutter
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 1 1/2 Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped for garnish
  • 1 cup Water/Vegetable Stock for adjusting consistency

Equipment

  • Large Pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Marinate Paneer: Cut paneer into cubes, sprinkle salt and red chili powder, and let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Prepare Gravy Base: Heat oil or ghee, add cumin seeds until they splutter, then sauté onions until golden brown.
  3. Add Aromatics: Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Tomatoes and Spices: Add tomatoes, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and additional spices; cook for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Combine Paneer and Gravy: Pour in water or stock, add marinated paneer, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Turn off heat, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 600mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate the paneer for full flavor. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste, and ensure the gravy simmers for optimal flavor development.

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