Description
Paneer Butter Masala stands out with its rich and creamy sauce combined with soft paneer for an irresistible flavor. Perfect for a quick dinner or to impress guests, this dish features a blend of warm spices and fresh ingredients, making it a delightful homemade meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups basmati rice
- 3 cups water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 gallon whole milk
- ⅔ cup lemon juice or white vinegar
- cold water, to rinse curds
- neutral oil or ghee for searing
- 6 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- 2 medium onions, finely chopped
- ¼ cup ginger-garlic paste
- 3 cups tomato purée
- 1 tablespoon kashmiri red chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons kasuri methi, crushed
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- butter naan, warmed
- red onion, thinly sliced
- lemon wedges
- lime wedges
- heavy cream
- warm ghee
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water is mostly clear.
- Combine rinsed rice, water, and salt in a rice cooker and cook on the white rice setting or cook in a pot on the stove until boiling, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork, cover, and keep warm.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can add more butter and cream when serving.
Ensure to adjust the spices based on your preferred heat level.
Serve with butter naan for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg