Creamy Paneer Butter Masala (ಪನೀರ್ ಬಟರ್ ಮಸಾಲ)

Creamy Paneer Butter Masala is a popular North Indian dish that has found its way into Udupi cuisine. This rich and flavorful dish is made with soft paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cooked in a creamy and buttery tomato-based gravy.

Vegetarian Main Course Udupi Paneer Butter Masala Udupi Cuisine Indian
Creamy Paneer Butter Masala (ಪನೀರ್ ಬಟರ್ ಮಸಾಲ)

Ingredients

  • 250g paneer, cubed
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1/2 cup cashew nuts, soaked
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup cream
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and sauté the onions until golden brown.
  2. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
  3. Add the tomato puree, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook until the oil separates.
  4. In a blender, grind the soaked cashew nuts with a little water to form a smooth paste.
  5. Add the cashew paste to the tomato-onion mixture and cook for a few minutes.
  6. Add butter, sugar, and cream. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add the paneer cubes and kasuri methi. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Carbohydrates
12g
Protein
15g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Pan Blender Spatula

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with naan, roti, or steamed rice.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Soak the cashew nuts in warm water for 30 minutes to soften them before grinding.

Cost

$10