SHAHI PANEER KORMA

Shahi (royal) Paneer Korma is a mildly spicy and indulgent paneer curry; fit for a king or a queen! It is a treat for vegetarians or even meat eaters. India being mainly a vegetarian country, paneer is a firm favourite and a meat substitute. It is easy to prepare at home too and if you are watching weight, you can even make it with semi skimmed milk. It is also readily available in most supermarkets.



© The Spice Angel

INGREDIENTS

250g paneer
100g thick yogurt
50g single cream
25g cashewnut paste (Blend soaked cashewnuts in equal amount of water until smooth)
1 tablespoon of green chilli and ginger paste
1 tsp kasuri methi
1 tsp roasted cumin seed powder
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves
2 cardamoms
1 cinnamon stick
1 tsp sugar
2 tablespoon Sunflower oil
Salt as per your taste

METHOD

1. Cut the paneer into 2 inch cubes. Marinate with the mixture of yogurt, cream, ginger and chilli paste and keep aside until you are ready for the next step.

2. In a pan, add the oil, when hot enough, add the whole spices and wait for 20 seconds, until a nice aroma develops.

3. Add the finely chopped onions and keep stirring till the onions are cooked and translucent.

4. Add the marinated paneer and cook till the mixture comes together. Add the sugar, salt, kasuri methi, roasted cumin seed powder, cashewnut puree and mix well. Serve with naan or roti.