Matar paneer(paneer with green peas) Recipe

Name: Matar paneer(paneer with green peas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 grams paneer(indian cottage cheese-cut into small cubes); 2 medium onions(chopped finely); 2 medium tomatoes(chopped); 100 grams green peas(blanched); 1 an inch piece of ginger; 6 clove garlic; 3 green chillies; 1 tsp cumin powder; 1 tsp coriander powder; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 1/2 tsp garam masala; 1 salt to taste; 3 tsp vegetable oil; 1 slice of lemon; 1 coriander leaves for garnish

Servings: persons

250 grams paneer(indian cottage cheese-cut into small cubes)
2 medium onions(chopped finely)
2 medium tomatoes(chopped)
100 grams green peas(blanched)
1 an inch piece of ginger
6 clove garlic
3 green chillies
1 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
1 salt to taste
3 tsp vegetable oil
1 slice of lemon
1 coriander leaves for garnish

1
grind the garlic,ginger and green chilli to a coarse paste either in a food processor or a mortar & pestle
2
heat oil in a saucepan.when hot add the garlic ginger & chili paste
3
saute for a minute then add the onions.saute until it starts browning a little
4
add the cumin powder, coriander powder,turmeric powder and salt.add a little water and saute.
5
now add the tomatoes and fry til tomatoes turn tender
6
now add the peas and a half cup of water.cover & bring it to a boil
7
add the paneer cubes add a quarter cup of water more.cook uncovered on medium heat til the paneer gets tender.stir once or twice.
8
nw add the garam masala.squeeze the lemon slice into the curry.mix simmer for a minute.
9
garnish with coriander & serve hot with rotis or naan or rice

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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 grams paneer(indian cottage cheese-cut into small cubes), 2 medium onions(chopped finely), 2 medium tomatoes(chopped), 100 grams green peas(blanched), and more.

Yes, Matar paneer(paneer with green peas) 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.

Matar paneer(paneer with green peas)

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