Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe

Name: Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9/16 pound paneer cut into strips; 1 onion medium size, cut into squares; 1 bell pepper cut into cubes; 1 capsicum cut into cubes; 1 carrot cut into cubes; 1 tomato firm, seeded and cut into cubes; 2 tomato blanched and pureed; 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup; 2 teaspoons ginger - Garlic Paste; salt as per taste; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon seeds Nigella, Kalonji; 2 tablespoons cooking oil; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1 teaspoon red chilly powder Each, Turmeric Powder, Coriander Powder and Mango Powder; 2 teaspoons kasuri methi or Dried Fenugreek Leaves

Servings: persons

9/16 pound paneer cut into strips
1 onion medium size, cut into squares
1 bell pepper cut into cubes
1 capsicum cut into cubes
1 carrot cut into cubes
1 tomato firm, seeded and cut into cubes
2 tomato blanched and pureed
2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
2 teaspoons ginger - Garlic Paste
salt as per taste
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon seeds Nigella, Kalonji
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon red chilly powder Each, Turmeric Powder, Coriander Powder and Mango Powder
2 teaspoons kasuri methi or Dried Fenugreek Leaves

1
Heat oil in a stir-fry pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and nigella seeds, let them splutter.
2
Add chopped onion, fry till onion turn pink. Add ginger-garlic paste and fry well for a minute.
3
Add thinly cut carrot strips and fry on high flame for 1-2 minutes.
4
Add tomato puree, tomato ketchup, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, mango powder, garam masala and salt. Fry them until the mixture is slightly dry.
5
Add the colored bell peppers,capsicum and fry again on high flame for 2 minutes.
6
At last add tomato strips(seeded and cut) and paneer strips and gently mix them until all the masalas coat all the vegetables and paneer.Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes but do not stir very frequently otherwise Paneer strips will crumble.
7
Sprinkle kasuri Methi and garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve Paneer Jalfrezi warm with chapati or naan.

128

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9/16 pound paneer cut into strips, 1 onion medium size, cut into squares, 1 bell pepper cut into cubes, 1 capsicum cut into cubes, and more.

Yes, Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe 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!