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Paneer Tikka Masala
Traditional dish · Indian
A classic Indian dish featuring marinated and grilled paneer cubes simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based gravy. This version is adapted for stovetop cooking.
Ingredients
- Paneer200g
- Onion1 medium
- Garlic3 cloves
- Green chillies1-2
- Turmeric powder1 tsp
- Coriander powder2 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Cooking oil2 tbsp
- Ghee1 tbsp
- Curd1/4 cup
- Milk1/2 cup
- Lemon1/2
- Tomato puree1 cup
Steps
- 1
Cut paneer into cubes. In a bowl, mix paneer with curd, turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, pepper, and 1 tbsp cooking oil. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp cooking oil and 1 tbsp ghee in a frying pan or flat pan over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated paneer cubes until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- 3
In the same pan, add a little more ghee if needed. Sauté finely chopped onions until golden brown.
- 4
Add minced garlic and chopped green chilies, sauté for a minute until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in turmeric powder and coriander powder. Cook for 30 seconds.
- 6
Pour in the tomato puree. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the oil starts to separate from the masala.
- 7
Add milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the gravy thickens.
- 8
Return the seared paneer cubes to the gravy. Stir gently to coat.
- 9
Simmer for another 5 minutes. Squeeze in lemon juice and adjust salt and pepper.
- 10
Serve hot.
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