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INGREDIENTS

• 250g paneer (cubed)
• 1 onion (cubed)
• 1 green capsicum (cubed)
• 2 tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp kasuri methi (crushed)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper powder
• 1 tsp kadai masala or kitchen king masala
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

Recipe

Step 1: Sauté Veggies

- In a kadai, heat 1 tbsp oil. Add cubed onions and capsicum. Sauté on high flame for 2-3 minutes. Set aside.

Step 2: Prepare Masala

- Heat 1 tbsp oil in the same pan. Add cumin seeds, then chopped onions. Sauté until golden brown.

- Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell is gone.

- Add tomato puree, turmeric, red chili, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until oil separates.

Step 3: Add Paneer and Veggies

- Add the sautéed capsicum and onion cubes, along with paneer cubes. Mix gently.

- Add kadai masala, pepper powder, garam masala, and kasuri methi. Stir well.

- Cook for 3-4 minutes. Add little water if gravy is too thick.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve

- Garnish with fresh coriander.

- Serve hot with roti, naan, or paratha.