Royal Cottage Cheese (shahi Paneer)
Royal Cottage Cheese, also known as Shahi Paneer, is a rich and creamy dish that is a staple in Pakistani cuisine. This dish is made with paneer (cottage cheese) cooked in a luxurious, aromatic gravy, making it fit for royalty.
Ingredients
- 500g paneer (cottage cheese), cubed
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 1/2 cup cashew nuts, soaked
- 1/4 cup cream
- 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/2 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a few minutes. Then, add the pureed tomatoes and cook until the ghee separates.
- In a blender, blend the soaked cashew nuts with a little water to form a smooth paste. Add this paste to the pan and cook for a few minutes.
- Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a couple of minutes.
- Add the cubed paneer and cream. Mix gently to coat the paneer with the gravy. Cook for 5-7 minutes on low heat.
- Sprinkle garam masala and kasuri methi. Stir gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 25g
Supplies
Large pan Blender Stirring spoon
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve Royal Cottage Cheese with naan, roti, or steamed rice for a delightful meal.
Tips & tricks
For a richer taste, you can add a dollop of butter on top of the Royal Cottage Cheese before serving.
Cost
$15