Charishma'S Favourite Paneer Butter Masala Recipe

Name: Charishma'S Favourite Paneer Butter Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 g fried panir, cubes (cottage cheese); 1 onion, ground into a paste; 1 inch gingerroot, ground into a paste; 6 garlic flakes, ground into a paste; 2 tomatoes, ground into a paste; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi); 2 teaspoons fresh cream; 2 teaspoons cashew nuts paste; 2 teaspoons ghee; 1/2 teaspoon butter; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; salt

Servings: persons

250 g fried panir, cubes (cottage cheese)
1 onion, ground into a paste
1 inch gingerroot, ground into a paste
6 garlic flakes, ground into a paste
2 tomatoes, ground into a paste
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi)
2 teaspoons fresh cream
2 teaspoons cashew nuts paste
2 teaspoons ghee
1/2 teaspoon butter
1/2 teaspoon sugar
salt

1
In a pan heat the ghee until melted.
2
Fry onion-ginger-garlic paste until it turns golden brown.
3
Add the masala powders and saute till the raw smell is gone.
4
Add tomato paste and saute for 5 minutes.
5
Fold in sugar and kasoori methi.
6
Add fresh cream and cashewnut paste.
7
Cook on low flame and add paneer cubes and salt.
8
Stir in 1/2 cup water and cover the pan.
9
Cook for 3 minutes.
10
Once the gravy thickens, add 1/2 teaspoons butter and remove from heat.
11
Garnish with cashewnuts and mint leaves.
12
Serve hot with naan or rotis or kulchas or parathas.
13
Enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 g fried panir, cubes (cottage cheese), 1 onion, ground into a paste, 1 inch gingerroot, ground into a paste, 6 garlic flakes, ground into a paste, and more.

Yes, Charishma'S Favourite Paneer Butter Masala falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Charishma'S Favourite Paneer Butter Masala

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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