Kadhai Paneer

Paneer or Indian Cottage Cheese is a versatile dairy product that remains the part and partial of South Asian Cuisine.  It is so delicious that it can be used on wide range of preparation starting from Snacks, Main course to desserts respectively. One of the variation from Main course is Kadhai Paneer, which is very popular in northern part of India and then eventually spread to different part of the world.

Health Benefits

Paneer is a treasure of nutrition. They are excellent source of calcium which helps to build the bones & teeth stronger. It also contains huge amount of protein that helps to prevent and reduce the back and joint problems. The dishes made of Paneer are easy to digest reason why people from all ages can use it without any hesitation.

Ingredients:

·         Paneer (Cubes) – 1 Cup

·         Capsicum (Red, Green, Yellow) – ½ Cup (Cubes)

·         Onion (Sliced) – 1 (Medium)

·         Ginger – Garlic Paste – 1 Tbsp

·         Cumin Seeds – ¼ tsp

·         Tomato Puree – 4 tbsp

·         Turmeric Powder – ¼ tsp

·         Coriander Powder – 1 tsp

·         Red Chili Powder – 1 tsp

·         Salt as per taste

·         Cooking Oil – 5 tbsp

Preparation Method:

Ø  Heat Oil in a Wok (Kadhai); fry Paneer & Capsicum Cubes till light brown and keep aside.

Ø  In the same Oil, add Cumin seeds; when it crackles add Sliced Onion & sauté for a minute.

Ø  Add Ginger- Garlic Paste and fry till its raw smell goes off.

Ø  Add Tomato Puree and cook for a while & when it starts separating from Oil, add Turmeric Powder, Red Chili Powder, and Coriander Powder; mix well.

Ø  Then add the fried Paneer Cubes, Capsicums & Salt ; finally sprinkle littler water & sauté for 4-5 minutes in a low flame or the capsicums are done and put off the flame

Ø  Now the “Kadhai Paneer” is ready. Serve it hot.

Kadhai Paneer is well served with  Roti, Paratha, Fried Rice and  Naan.