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Paneer Curry with Peas

This aromatic paneer curry with peas is a classic vegetarian dish that brings the authentic flavours of Northern India to your kitchen. Known traditionally as mutter paneer, this recipe combines golden, pan-fried cubes of mild paneer cheese with sweet garden peas in a rich, spiced tomato gravy. The use of ghee provides a wonderful depth of flavour, while fresh ginger and green chillies offer a bright, warming heat that balances the creamy texture of the cheese.

Ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner, this nourishing meal is packed with protein and serves as a satisfying alternative to meat-based curries. Whether you use fresh seasonal peas or convenient frozen ones, the result is a vibrant, colourful dish that the whole family will enjoy. Serve it alongside steaming basmati rice or warm naan bread for a complete, shop-bought-free homemade feast.

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Ingredients for Paneer Curry with Peas

  • 2 tablespoons plain flour

  • 450g paneer or firm or extra-firm tofu, cut into 3/4- to 1-inch cubes

  • 5 tablespoons usli ghee, divided

  • 1 large onion, cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces

  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

  • 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger

  • 3 dentes de alho, picados

  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander

  • 1 serrano chilli, minced with seeds

  • 1 800g can crushed tomatoes with added puree

  • 120ml water

  • 1 teaspoon turmeric

  • 350ml shelled fresh peas (from about 675g peas in pods) or 350ml frozen peas, thawed

  • 1 teaspoon garam masala

  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh coriander

  • Steamed basmati rice

Place flour in medium bowl. Add paneer to bowl; toss to coat with flour. Heat 2 tablespoons ghee in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Shake excess flour from paneer; add to skillet and cook until browned in spots, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes. Transfer paneer to plate; set aside. Reserve skillet.

Place onion pieces in processor. Using on/off turns, process until finely chopped but not watery. Heat remaining 45ml ghee in reserved skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and stir until aromatic, about 1 minute. Add chopped onion and cook until beginning to brown, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add minced ginger, minced garlic, ground coriander, and minced serrano chilli with seeds; stir 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes with puree, 120ml water, and turmeric; bring to simmer. Reduce heat to medium low; cover and simmer until mixture thickens slightly and flavours blend, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.

Add shelled fresh peas and cooked paneer; gently fold to incorporate evenly. Cook mixture over medium-low heat until peas are tender and paneer is heated through, folding occasionally, about 5 minutes. Fold in garam masala and coriander. Season curry to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with steamed basmati rice.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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