Paneer Matar

Creamy Cottage Cheese and Peas Curry
Portions:4
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time:20 minutes
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Equipment

  • Non-stick frying pan or skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. shelled green peas
  • 1 onion finely chopped or pureed
  • 1 tsp. ginger paste
  • 1 tsp. garlic paste
  • 1 tomato finely chopped or pureed
  • 1 tsp. turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander
  • 1 lb. cottage cheese paneer, cubed
  • 1 tsp. salt or to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves chopped
  • 1 tbsp. oil

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chopped or pureed onions, ginger paste, and garlic paste.
  • Sauté for about 5 minutes until onions turn golden brown.
  • Stir in the ground cumin and coriander powder.
  • Cook for another minute.
  • Add the tomato puree and cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the cubed cottage cheese and shelled green peas to the pan.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt over the mixture.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Pour in half a cup of lukewarm water and stir gently.
  • Cover the pan and let it simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the peas are tender and the flavors are well combined.
  • Once cooked, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro leaves before serving.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

For a complementary pairing, consider serving this creamy cottage cheese and peas curry with a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir or a fruity white wine such as Riesling. These wines will complement the richness of the dish without overpowering its delicate flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 10 g | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 7 g
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Course Curry / Lunch / Main Dish
Cuisine India