Matar Paneer Biryani  recipe

Matar Paneer Biryani

by Ria Pai (@riapai009)
Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
30min

Paneer Matar Biryani made with Suhana Paneer Tikka Masala brings a bold and rich flavor to this classic dish. Marinated paneer cubes, infused with the robust tikka masala spices, are layered with tender basmati rice and sweet peas. The dish is then slow-cooked on dum, allowing the spices to blend...

Ingredients

3 Servings
(1 serving = 1 plate)

Blended masala for Matar Paneer Biryani

  • 2
    Tomato
  • 1
    onion
  • 1in
    ginger
  • 6
    garlic pods

other ingredients for Matar Paneer Biryani

  • 250g
    Paneer
  • 1/2cup
    Green peas
  • 2tbsp
    Oil
  • 1tsp
    Cumin seeds
  • 1tsp
    turmeric powder
  • 1 1/2tbsp
    Suhana paneer tikka masala
  • 1/4tbsp
    Salt
  • Coriander leaves to garnish
  • pinch
    of Black pepper powder
  • pinch
    of biryani masala to garnish
  • 1tbsp
    ghee

How to make Matar Paneer Biryani

  1. Rinse and soak 1 cup of basmati rice for 20 minutes. Cook in boiling water with a pinch of salt until soft but not mushy. Drain and set asid e.

  2. Blend tomato onion ginger and garlic into fine paste keep aside. Chop paneer into cubes.

    Step 1.1: Blend tomato onion ginger and garlic into fine paste keep aside
    Step 1.2: Blend tomato onion ginger and garlic into fine paste keep aside
  3. Heat oil in a deep fry pan , temper some cumin seeds and turmeric powder. Add the blended paste and saute for 2-3 min.

    Step 1.1: Heat oil in a deep fry pan , temper some cumin seeds and turmeric powder
    Step 1.2: Heat oil in a deep fry pan , temper some cumin seeds and turmeric powder
    Step 1.3: Heat oil in a deep fry pan , temper some cumin seeds and turmeric powder
  4. Add suhana paneer tikka masala mix with salt. Saute and add 1/4th cup water . Simmer till oil separates.

    Step 1.1: Add suhana paneer tikka masala mix with salt
    Step 1.2: Add suhana paneer tikka masala mix with salt
  5. Add green peas and paneer with biryani masala. Coat the masalas together and simmer for 2 min.

    Step 1.1: Add green peas and paneer with biryani masala
    Step 1.2: Add green peas and paneer with biryani masala
  6. Add boiled rice and assemble paneer , coriander leaves , pinch of biryani masala and pinch of black pepper powder.Add a spoonful of ghee before sealing the biryani for extra richness and aroma. Cover and simmer for 7-8 min on low flame.

    Step 1.1: Add boiled rice and assemble paneer , coriander leaves , pinch of biryani masala and pinch of black pepper powder
    Step 1.2: Add boiled rice and assemble paneer , coriander leaves , pinch of biryani masala and pinch of black pepper powder
  7. Let the biryani settle for few minutes so that flavours blend well in it. Serve hot with raita papad and pickle.

    Step 1.1: Let the biryani settle for few minutes so that flavours blend well in it

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use good quality basmati rice. Soak the rice for at least 30 minutes before cooking and cook until it's 70-80% done. The rice will finish cooking during the final layering of the biryani.

  2. For a richer flavor, sprinkle saffron milk or a few drops of rose water during the layering.

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Ria Pai

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