Paneer Mutter Recipe

Name: Paneer Mutter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 g amul paneer; 275 g green peas; 80 g oil; 175 g onions; 25 g ginger-garlic paste; 150 g yoghurt; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 100 g tomatoes; 25 g cashew nuts paste; 20 g charmagaj paste; ½ teaspoon garam masala; 50 ml cream; 5 green chilies; 25 g fresh coriander leaves; 1 pinch saffron; salt

Servings: persons

300 g amul paneer
275 g green peas
80 g oil
175 g onions
25 g ginger-garlic paste
150 g yoghurt
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
100 g tomatoes
25 g cashew nuts paste
20 g charmagaj paste
½ teaspoon garam masala
50 ml cream
5 green chilies
25 g fresh coriander leaves
1 pinch saffron
salt

1
Make a puree out of tomato in a blender.
2
Boil the onions in water for 8 minutes, strain and puree.
3
Take oil in a degchi and add boiled onion paste.
4
Stir for 6 minutes and add ginger garlic paste.
5
Mix for five minutes and add red chilli and coriander powder.
6
Stir and add tomato puree and salt.
7
Mix till oil leaves the masala, add yoghurt, beaten to a smooth texture and stir.
8
Add little water, green peas and saffron.
9
Cook for 10-12 minutes till the oil leaves the masala.
10
Add little water, green peas and saffron.
11
Cook till green peas are tender.
12
Cut the fresh paneer into cubes and fry in oil till golden.
13
Dip in cold water.
14
Squeeze the paneer and add to gravy.
15
Mellow the gravy with cream and serve hot garnished with fresh coriander leaves and slit green chillies.

307

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* 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

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 300 g amul paneer, 275 g green peas, 80 g oil, 175 g onions, and more.

Yes, Paneer Mutter 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Paneer Mutter

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