Malai Paneer (creamy cottage cheese gravy) Recipe

Name: Malai Paneer (creamy cottage cheese gravy)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 grams Cottage Cheese; 2 cup Skimmed Milk; 1/2 cup Fresh Cream; 1 Onion paste.. (big size); 1 tsp Garlic paste; 1 tsp Ginger paste; 1/2 cup Tomato Puree; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1 tsp Cumin powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tsp Red chilli powder; 1/4 tsp Garam masala; 1 Bay leaf; 2 tbsp Vegetable oil

Servings: persons

250 grams Cottage Cheese
2 cup Skimmed Milk
1/2 cup Fresh Cream
1 Onion paste.. (big size)
1 tsp Garlic paste
1 tsp Ginger paste
1/2 cup Tomato Puree
1 tsp Coriander Powder
1 tsp Cumin powder
1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
1 tsp Red chilli powder
1/4 tsp Garam masala
1 Bay leaf
2 tbsp Vegetable oil

1
Cut the Cottage cheese in cubes.
2
Keep aside.
3
Take a heavy bottom pan.. Heat oil..
4
Temper the bay leaf.
5
Add garlic paste.. Saute for two minutes, Now add onion paste.. Cook for two minutes.. Now add ginger paste., tomato puree.. Cook for five-minute.. Stir continuously..
6
Now add all dry spices except garam masala.
7
Stir continuously.
8
Now spices start to release oil.. Now pour milk gradually.
9
Mix well.. Add cheese cubes.
10
Let it boil.. Don't make much thick or runny gravy.
11
Take out.
12
Sprinkle garam masala.. Then pour the cream n garnish with cilantro.. Cover the lid.
13
After five minutes open the lid..
14
Enjoy with pita bread or Indian flat bread or Jeera rice.

520

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 grams Cottage Cheese, 2 cup Skimmed Milk, 1/2 cup Fresh Cream, 1 Onion paste.. (big size), and more.

Yes, Malai Paneer (creamy cottage cheese gravy) falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Malai Paneer (creamy cottage cheese gravy)

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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