Kadai Paneer

Name: Kadai Paneer
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz, cubed paneer; 1 medium, diced onion; 1 large, diced bell pepper; 2 medium, pureed tomato; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 1 inch piece, grated ginger; 1 tablespoon kadai masala powder; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro; to taste salt; 0.5 cup water

A vibrant and spicy paneer curry cooked with bell peppers and onions in a special kadai masala.

Indian⏱ 45 min⚠ Contains 1 allergen(s)

✨ High in protein✨ Excellent source of vitamin C✨ Good source of calcium

Ingredients

Paneer8 oz, cubed
Onion1 medium, diced
Bell pepper1 large, diced
Tomato2 medium, pureed
Garlic3 cloves, minced
Ginger1 inch piece, grated
Kadai masala powder1 tablespoon
Vegetable oil2 tablespoons
Fresh cilantro0.25 cup, chopped
Saltto taste
Water0.5 cup

Nutrition (per serving, makes 3)

Calories376 kcal

Protein16.8 g

Carbs15.8 g

Fat27.7 g

Fiber3.6 g

Sugar6.3 g

Sodium657 mg

Vitamin C92.4 mg

Iron1 mg

Calcium170.1 mg

Potassium413.5 mg

Estimated values.

Steps

1Heat vegetable oil in a kadai or large pan over medium heat, then lightly pan-fry paneer cubes until golden; remove and set aside.
2In the same oil, add diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing for 3-5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
3Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4Add pureed tomato, kadai masala powder, and salt, cooking until the tomato mixture thickens and oil separates.
5Add 0.5 cup water and bring the gravy to a simmer, then return the fried paneer cubes to the kadai.
6Stir gently to coat the paneer in the gravy and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
7Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving hot.