Methi Malai Paneer

By Praveen Kumar

Ingredients:
Paneer – 250 gms, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
Oil – 2 tblsp
Butter – 1 tblsp
Onion Rings – 1 cup
Capsicum Rings – 1 cup
Tomato Rings – 1 cup (deseeded)
Salt to taste
Lemon Juice – 1 tblsp
Chaat Masala – 1/2 tsp
Peas – 2 tblsp, boiled, to garnish
Carrots – 2 tblsp, cubed and boiled, to garnish

For the Marinade:
Drained Yogurt – 2 tblsp
Thick Cream – 2 tblsp
Dry Fenugreek Leaves – 2 tblsp
Black Pepper – 1/4 tsp
Chaat Masala – 1/4 tsp
Red Chilli Powder – 1/2 tsp
Salt to taste

Method:
1. Put all the marinade ingredients in a bowl.
2. Add the paneer and marinate for 15 minutes.
3. Heat the oil in a non-stick pan.
4. Stir fry the paneer till crisp and golden.
5. Heat the butter in a kadai.
6. Add the onion and capsicum rings.
7. Saute for 1 minute.
8. Add the tomato rings, season with salt, lemon juice and chaat masala.
9. Transfer to a serving platter.
10. Place the paneer in the centre.
11. Garnish with the peas and carrots.
12. Serve hot.

Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar is the Chief Food Officer at Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. Praveen is a passionate foodie and love to cook. Having spent a few years in the retail fast food world, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. Join him on a flavorful journey.

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