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Indian pub butter chicken recipe

Indian pub butter paneer recipe

The Indian Desi Pub Butter Paneer recipe features tender paneer cubes simmered in a rich, buttery tomato gravy. Infused with aromatic spices, this creamy dish brings the comforting flavors of Indian pub-style cuisine to your kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this butter paneer pairs beautifully with naan or rice for a truly indulgent meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400g paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 400g canned tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat (around 350°F or 175°C). Lightly fry the paneer cubes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for 30 seconds.
  3. Add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
  5. Add pureed tomatoes, Kashmiri red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for 10-15 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the oil separates from the masala.
  6. Add sugar and mix well. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat to low and add heavy cream. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Add the fried paneer cubes to the sauce and gently stir to coat.
  9. Crush the kasuri methi between your palms and sprinkle over the curry. Add garam masala and mix gently.
  10. Simmer for 5 more minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld.
  11. Add the remaining 1 tbsp of butter and stir until it melts into the sauce.
  12. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

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!
If you love paneer dishes why not try this delicious paneer saag recipe right here!!