Description

Creamy, aromatic, and deeply flavorful, this Paneer Curry features soft paneer cubes simmered in a buttery, spiced tomato sauce. Rich and comforting, it’s a restaurant-style dish that’s easy to make at home and perfect with naan or basmati rice.

Ingredients

1 large onion, peeled and roughly chopped

4 garlic cloves, peeled

1 thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 tablespoon oil

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 tablespoons garam masala

1 tablespoon medium curry powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

180 ml (3/4 cup) vegetable stock

400 ml (14 oz) passata

2 tablespoons tomato purée (tomato paste)

2 teaspoons sugar

6 cardamom pods

175 ml (3/4 cup) double (heavy) cream

450 g (1 lb) paneer, cut into bite-sized cubes

To serve: Fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped; thinly sliced red onion; nigella seeds; naan bread or basmati rice

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Instructions

Place the onion, garlic, and ginger in a food processor and blend into a smooth paste.
Heat butter and oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the paste and sauté for 5–6 minutes until golden and aromatic.
Stir in salt, garam masala, curry powder, paprika, and cinnamon. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add vegetable stock, passata, tomato purée, sugar, and cardamom pods. Stir well, bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the cardamom pods, stir in the cream, and warm gently.
Add the paneer cubes and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring gently to coat them in the sauce.
Serve hot, garnished with coriander, red onion, and nigella seeds. Enjoy with naan or basmati rice.

Notes

For extra texture, lightly pan-fry the paneer before adding it to the curry.

Add vegetables like peas, spinach, or bell peppers for variation.

Use coconut oil and coconut milk for a rich vegan version.

For more heat, add chili flakes, cayenne, or a fresh green chili.

Make ahead and refrigerate—the flavors intensify overnight.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 17g
Cholesterol: 85mg