Butter Paneer Bliss: The Perfect Restaurant-Style Recipe

Craving that rich, creamy, and flavorful Butter Paneer just like your favorite restaurant? You don’t have to step out anymore! With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can recreate the magic of Butter Paneer right in your kitchen. Let’s dive into this delicious journey!

Ingredients:

For the Paneer:

• 250g paneer (cubed)
• 1 tbsp butter (for pan-frying, optional)

For the Gravy:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp oil
• 2 onions (chopped)
• 3 tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 10-12 cashews (soaked)
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
• 1/2 cup fresh cream
• Salt to taste
• 1 cup water (adjust as needed)
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Base: Heat butter and oil in a pan. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw aroma disappears.
2. Blend to Perfection: Blend the sautéed onion mixture with soaked cashews into a smooth paste. Keep aside.
3. Cook the Gravy: In the same pan, heat another tablespoon of butter, add the pureed tomatoes, and cook until the oil separates.
4. Spice it Up: Add red chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, and salt. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Creamy Goodness: Add the blended onion-cashew paste and mix well. Pour water and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes.
6. Add Paneer: Gently add the paneer cubes and cook for 2 minutes.
7. Final Touch: Sprinkle garam masala, crush kasuri methi between your palms, and mix in fresh cream. Stir well and turn off the heat.
8. Garnish & Serve: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or jeera rice.

Conclusion:

Making restaurant-style Butter Paneer at home is easier than you think! This recipe gives you a creamy, rich, and absolutely delicious dish that will impress your family and guests alike. Try it out and bring the magic of Indian cuisine to your table. For more amazing recipes, check out Behtreen!