Description
A comforting and delicious Indian curry made with creamy paneer and nutty cashews, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g paneer (cottage cheese)
- 1/2 cup cashews
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
- Fresh coriander for garnish
- Water, as needed
Instructions
- Soak the cashews in warm water for 15-20 minutes, then blend them into a smooth paste.
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a pan. Add the chopped onions and sautรฉ until they turn golden brown.
- Introduce the ginger-garlic paste and sautรฉ for another minute, allowing the aromas to fill your kitchen.
- Add the pureed tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the mixture, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the cashew paste and mix well, adding water to reach your desired consistency.
- Fold in the paneer cubes and let them simmer for 5-7 minutes to absorb all the flavors.
- Sprinkle garam masala on top and garnish with fresh coriander just before serving.
Notes
For an extra creamy texture, add a splash of coconut milk during the last few minutes of cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg