Matar Paneer (Fresh Cheese) Recipe

Name: Matar Paneer (Fresh Cheese)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups homogenized milk; 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh; 3 tablespoons flour, all-purpose; 1 x cheese cloth; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onions cut into chunks; 3 medium tomatoes; 1 piece ginger one inch thick; 2 cloves garlic; 1 small red chili peppers; 2 tablespoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 cups green peas fresh or frozen

Servings: persons

5 cups homogenized milk
3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
3 tablespoons flour, all-purpose
1 x cheese cloth
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onions cut into chunks
3 medium tomatoes
1 piece ginger one inch thick
2 cloves garlic
1 small red chili peppers
2 tablespoons garam masala
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups green peas fresh or frozen

1
Bring milk to a boil.
2
As soon as it begins to bubble, stir in lemon juice; remove from heat.
3
Allow to rest 15 minutes; the curds will separate from the whey.
4
Strain curds through a triple layer of cheesecloth; squeeze out as much whey as you easily can.
5
Discard whey.
6
Knead flour into curds, place on a plate; pat to 3/4 inch thickness.
7
Refrigerate while preparing sauce.
8
For sauce, place all ingredients except peas in a blender or food processor; blend to a smooth paste.
9
Pour into a large skillet, bring to a boil; simmer, uncovered, about 20 minutes.
10
Meanwhile, remove Paneer from refrigerator, cut into 1 inch cubes.
11
Heat the 2 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick skillet, saute cubes until golden on both sides.
12
Add paneer cubes and peas to sauce.
13
Simmer for ten minutes or until peas are cookes.
14
Serve with steamed rice.

656

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 5 cups homogenized milk, 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh, 3 tablespoons flour, all-purpose, 1 x cheese cloth, and more.

Yes, Matar Paneer (Fresh Cheese) 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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Matar Paneer (Fresh Cheese)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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