Matar Paneer

Name: Matar Paneer
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz, cubed paneer; 1 cup, frozen green peas; 1 medium, finely chopped onion; 2 medium, pureed tomato; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 1 inch piece, grated ginger; 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro; to taste salt; 1 cup water

A classic North Indian curry featuring soft paneer and tender green peas in a rich, flavorful tomato-onion gravy.

Indian⏱ 40 min⚠ Contains 1 allergen(s)

✨ High in protein✨ Good source of vitamin C✨ Good source of fiber

Ingredients

Paneer8 oz, cubed
Green peas1 cup, frozen
Onion1 medium, finely chopped
Tomato2 medium, pureed
Garlic3 cloves, minced
Ginger1 inch piece, grated
Turmeric powder0.5 teaspoon
Garam masala1 teaspoon
Vegetable oil2 tablespoons
Fresh cilantro0.25 cup, chopped
Saltto taste
Water1 cup

Nutrition (per serving, makes 3)

Calories395 kcal

Protein17.8 g

Carbs18.5 g

Fat28.9 g

Fiber4.6 g

Sugar6.3 g

Sodium835 mg

Vitamin C21.9 mg

Iron1.9 mg

Calcium193 mg

Potassium463 mg

Estimated values.

Steps

1Lightly pan-fry paneer cubes in a little oil until golden on all sides, then set aside.
2In the same pan, heat vegetable oil, then add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
3Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4Add pureed tomato, turmeric powder, and salt, cooking until the tomato mixture thickens and oil separates.
5Stir in frozen green peas and 1 cup of water, bringing the gravy to a simmer, then cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until peas are tender.
6Add the fried paneer cubes and garam masala, mixing gently, and simmer for another 3-5 minutes.
7Garnish generously with fresh cilantro before serving hot.