Ingredients
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250 g paneer
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1 bay leaf
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1 cinnamon stick
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2 cloves
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2 cardamoms
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1 tsp chili powder
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1/4 tsp turmeric
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salt to taste
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1 1/2 tsp garam masala
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3 tbsp tomato puree
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4 tsp cream
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tsp Kasuri methi
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1 Onion
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4 garlic cloves
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1 fresh ginger
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1 tsp sugar
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1 tbsp coriander – chopped
Paneer butter masala or cheese and butter masala is the perfect option for vegetarians or people looking to reduce the amount of meat in their diet. It is one of the more popular paneer recipes in Punjabi cuisine. It is a perfect blend of spiciness and creaminess and pairs well with almost any Indian bread, rice, or vegetables. You can eat it as a meal or as a small portion of a much larger meal.
Health Benefits
Many people may be skeptical of the health benefits to be found in paneer; after all, we’re often told to limit the amount of cheese we eat. But paneer does have some pretty strong health attributes. Its calcium content helps to build strong bones and teeth. It is an amazing source of conjugated linoleic acid which is a fatty acid responsible for weight loss. This compound strengthens and intensifies the fat burning processes in the body.
How to Make Paneer Butter Masala
Trivia Paneer was mentioned in the Vedas as far back as 6,000 B.C. |
