Kadai Paneer Recipe
Kadai Paneer is a vibrant and hearty Indian dish made with paneer, bell peppers, and a blend of spices, all cooked together in a 'kadai' (Indian wok). This dish is known for its rich aroma and spicy flavor profile, making it a popular choice in Indian cuisine.
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How to Make Kadai Paneer
- 1
Heat oil in a kadai or a large pan.
- 2
Add whole spices (cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and dried red chilies) and sauté till they start to crackle.
- 3
Add onions and green chilies, and sauté until onions turn golden brown.
- 4
Add ginger garlic paste and cook for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
- 5
Add chopped tomatoes, salt, and turmeric powder. Cook till the tomatoes are mushy and oil starts to separate from the mixture.
- 6
Add bell peppers and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until they are slightly tender but still crisp.
- 7
Add garam masala, red chili powder, and pre-prepared kadai masala. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- 8
Add paneer cubes and water as needed. Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 9
Stir in cream and cook for an additional minute.
- 10
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.
Kadai Paneer Ingredients List
- oil (2 tablespoons)
- cumin seeds (1 teaspoon)
- coriander seeds (1 tablespoon)
- dried red chilies (3-4)
- onions (2 medium)
- green chilies (2)
- ginger garlic paste (1 tablespoon)
- tomatoes (3 large)
- salt (as per taste)
- turmeric powder (1/2 teaspoon)
- bell peppers (2 (1 red, 1 green))
- garam masala (1 teaspoon)
- red chili powder (1 teaspoon)
- kadai masala (2 tablespoons)
- paneer (200 grams)
- water (100 ml)
- cream (4 tablespoons)
- coriander leaves (for garnish)
