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Paneer Tikka Masala Recipe | Restaurant-Style Indian Curry

Paneer Tikka Masala Recipe | Restaurant-Style Indian Curry

Paneer Tikka Masala is a rich, creamy, and flavorful Indian curry made with paneer cooked to perfection and cooked in spiced tomato-gravy. Paneer Tikka Masala is a veg version of Chicken Tikka Masala (12,100 searches) and pairs perfectly with basmati rice or naan. Flavor it up by serving with Jhakash Tikka Sauce for a perfect Indian dessert!

Prep

30 min

Cook time

30 min

Ingredients

200g

paneer, cubed

½ cup

thick yogurt

1 tablespoon

gram flour (besan)

1 teaspoon

lemon juice

1 teaspoon

ginger-garlic paste

1 teaspoon

red chili powder

½ teaspoon

turmeric powder

1 teaspoon

garam masala

1 teaspoon

cumin powder

1 teaspoon

chaat masala

½ teaspoon

salt

1 tablespoon

oil

½ cup

bell peppers, cubed

½ cup

onions, cubed

2 tablespoons

butter or oil

1 teaspoon

cumin seeds

1 large

onion, finely chopped

2 cloves

garlic, minced

1-inch

ginger, grated

2 medium

tomatoes, pureed

1 teaspoon

red chili powder

½ teaspoon

turmeric powder

1 teaspoon

garam masala

1 teaspoon

coriander powder

½ teaspoon

salt

¼ cup

heavy cream

1 teaspoon

dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi)

½ teaspoon

sugar (optional)

1 tablespoon

chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Steps

Step 1

In a bowl, mix gram flour, yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, cumin powder, chaat masala, and salt. Add onions, bell peppers, and paneer, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours if flavors are strong.

Step 2

Cook Paneer Tikka: On a Tawa (Stovetop): Heat oil and cook the marinated paneer and vegetables till golden brown. In an Oven: Preheat at 200°C (400°F) and bake for 15 minutes,flipping halfway through. On a Grill: Grill for smoky flavor, turning occasionally.

Step 3

Melt butter in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter. Sauté the onions until they turn golden brown, and then add the garlic and ginger. Add pureed tomatoes, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until oil separates.

Step 4

Add the cooked paneer tikka to the gravy. Add heavy cream, kasuri methi, and sugar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until creamy. Garnish with cilantro.

Step 5

Serve Paneer Tikka Masala with naan, paratha, or basmati rice. Serve with Jhakash Tikka Sauce for the ultimate flavor boost!

Servings

Serve Paneer Tikka Masala with hot naan, paratha buttered, or fragrant basmati rice for a classic combination. Add another level of flavor by drizzling or dipping in Jhakash Tikka Sauce for that spice kick. Go innovative and make leftovers more palatable by serving delicious wraps or stuffed parathas!

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