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desi pub matar paneer recipe
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desi pub matar paneer recipe

Desi Pub Matar Paneer combines tender paneer and peas in a spicy, flavorful tomato-based sauce. This pub-style version of the classic Indian dish is quick to prepare, making it a perfect vegetarian option for dinner. Serve with naan or rice for a delicious, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400g paneer, cubed
  • 1 cup frozen green peas
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 3 green cardamoms
  • 2 cloves
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 inch piece ginger, grated
  • 1 1/2 cups tomatoes, pureed
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp red chili powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 tbsp dried fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi)
  • 1/4 tsp garam masala
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds, cardamoms, and cloves. Let them sizzle.
  2. Add onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add ginger and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add tomato puree and all the spices. Cook for 10-15 minutes until oil separates.
  5. Add water and green peas. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add paneer cubes and cook for another 5 minutes.
  7. Crush kasoori methi between palms and add to the curry along with garam masala.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

You can serve this dish with fresh naan (garlic naan is also lovely!) Chips (plain, masala or chilli chips are all highly recommended) and also don't forget the sauces and chutneys that complete these desi indian pub meals. You can find the recipes for these sauces right here!