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Matar Paneer

A fragrant Indian vegetarian curry of golden paneer, peas, tomatoes, and warming spices, served with naan.

  • 20 min
  • 550 kcal
  • Vegetarian
  • Indian
  • Curry

Mellowpan tip: Ready in 20 min. A good one for a busy weeknight.

Matar Paneer

Ingredients

For 2 servings

Steps

  1. Step 1:

    Heat the oil in a frying pan over high heat until it is shimmering hot.

  2. Step 2:

    Add the paneer and reduce the heat slightly.

  3. Step 3:

    Fry the paneer until it starts to brown at the edges, then turn it over and brown it on each side. Do not walk away, as it browns quickly.

  4. Step 4:

    Remove the paneer from the pan and drain it on kitchen paper.

  5. Step 5:

    Put the ginger, cumin, turmeric, ground coriander, and chilli in the pan and fry for 1 minute.

    1 min
  6. Step 6:

    Add the tomatoes and mash them with the back of a spoon.

  7. Step 7:

    Simmer for 5 minutes, until the sauce smells fragrant.

    5 min
  8. Step 8:

    Add a splash of water if it is too thick.

  9. Step 9:

    Season well.

  10. Step 10:

    Add the peas and simmer for a further 2 minutes.

    2 min
  11. Step 11:

    Stir in the paneer and sprinkle over the garam masala.

  12. Step 12:

    Divide between two bowls, top with coriander leaves, and serve with naan bread, roti, or rice.

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