Restaurant-Style Kadai Paneer

Name: Restaurant-Style Kadai Paneer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp oil; 1 tbsp butter; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 bay leaf bay leaf; 2 chopped onion; 1 tbsp chopped garlic; 1 tbsp chopped ginger; 3 chopped green chillies; 2 chopped tomatoes; 2 tomato purée; 1 salt to taste; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder; 0.5 tsp roasted cumin powder; 1 tsp coriander powder; 0.5 tsp black pepper corn; 4 cardamom; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tbsp coriander seeds; 3 dry red chilli; 1 tbsp ghee; 1 onion petals; 1 capsicum (diced); 1 tomato (diced); 1 paneer (cubed); 1 salt to taste; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 0.5 tsp prepared spice mix; 0.5 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp roasted kasuri methi

This recipe for Kadai Paneer is a delightful way to enjoy a restaurant-style dish at home. The rich and flavorful gravy combined with sautéed vegetables and paneer creates a perfect balance of taste and texture. It's a dish that brings the authentic taste of Indian cuisine to your table. Follow this step-by-step guide to recreate the magic of Kadai Paneer in your own kitchen.

chopped green chillies

Kashmiri red chilli powder

roasted cumin powder

roasted kasuri methi

chopped coriander leaves

Calories

94.4kcal (4.72%)

Step 1

Heat oil and butter in a pan. Add cumin seeds and bay leaf, followed by chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.

Step 2

Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, salt, and tomato purée. Cook until the mixture becomes soft and well combined.

Step 3

Coarsely grind black peppercorns, cardamom, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and dry red chilies in a mixer jar to prepare the special masala.

Step 4

Add Kashmiri red chili powder, roasted cumin powder, coriander powder, prepared spice mix, and water to the gravy. Mix well and cook thoroughly.

Step 1

Heat ghee in another pan. Add onion petals, diced capsicum, diced tomato, paneer cubes, salt, turmeric powder, and a small amount of the prepared spice mix.

Step 2

Sauté the ingredients for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly cooked and aromatic.

Step 1

Add the sautéed vegetables and paneer to the prepared gravy. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.

Step 2

Finish by adding garam masala, roasted kasuri methi, cream, and chopped coriander leaves. Stir well and serve hot.

Calories

94.4kcal (4.72%)

Use fresh paneer for the best texture and taste.

Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.

Roast the kasuri methi before adding it to enhance its flavor.

Serve with naan, roti, or steamed rice for a complete meal.

Can I use store-bought paneer?

Yes, store-bought paneer works well, but fresh homemade paneer will give a better texture and taste.

Can I skip the cream?

Yes, you can skip the cream or replace it with yogurt for a healthier option.

What can I serve with Kadai Paneer?

Kadai Paneer pairs well with naan, roti, paratha, or steamed rice.

Can I make this dish vegan?

Yes, you can replace paneer with tofu and use vegan butter and coconut cream instead of dairy-based ingredients.

How can I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat before serving.

chopped green chillies

Kashmiri red chilli powder

roasted cumin powder

roasted kasuri methi

chopped coriander leaves

Calories

94.4kcal (4.72%)

Step 1

Heat oil and butter in a pan. Add cumin seeds and bay leaf, followed by chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.

Step 2

Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, salt, and tomato purée. Cook until the mixture becomes soft and well combined.

Step 3

Coarsely grind black peppercorns, cardamom, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and dry red chilies in a mixer jar to prepare the special masala.

Step 4

Add Kashmiri red chili powder, roasted cumin powder, coriander powder, prepared spice mix, and water to the gravy. Mix well and cook thoroughly.

Step 1

Heat ghee in another pan. Add onion petals, diced capsicum, diced tomato, paneer cubes, salt, turmeric powder, and a small amount of the prepared spice mix.

Step 2

Sauté the ingredients for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly cooked and aromatic.

Step 1

Add the sautéed vegetables and paneer to the prepared gravy. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.

Step 2

Finish by adding garam masala, roasted kasuri methi, cream, and chopped coriander leaves. Stir well and serve hot.

Calories

94.4kcal (4.72%)

Use fresh paneer for the best texture and taste.

Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.

Roast the kasuri methi before adding it to enhance its flavor.

Serve with naan, roti, or steamed rice for a complete meal.

Can I use store-bought paneer?

Yes, store-bought paneer works well, but fresh homemade paneer will give a better texture and taste.

Can I skip the cream?

Yes, you can skip the cream or replace it with yogurt for a healthier option.

What can I serve with Kadai Paneer?

Kadai Paneer pairs well with naan, roti, paratha, or steamed rice.

Can I make this dish vegan?

Yes, you can replace paneer with tofu and use vegan butter and coconut cream instead of dairy-based ingredients.

How can I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat before serving.

Restaurant-Style Kadai Paneer

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Ingredients

For the gravy

For special masala

For sautéed vegetables and paneer

For finishing

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

94.4kcal (4.72%)

Protein

0.7g (1.4%)

Carbs

1.6g (0.56%)

Sugars

0.1g (0.14%)

Healthy Fat

4.6g

Unhealthy Fat

5.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

How to make Restaurant-Style Kadai Paneer

Prepare the gravy

Sauté vegetables and paneer

Combine and finish

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

94.4kcal (4.72%)

Protein

0.7g (1.4%)

Carbs

1.6g (0.56%)

Sugars

0.1g (0.14%)

Healthy Fat

4.6g

Unhealthy Fat

5.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Restaurant-Style Kadai Paneer

Stuck mid-recipe?

Ingredients

For the gravy

For special masala

For sautéed vegetables and paneer

For finishing

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

94.4kcal (4.72%)

Protein

0.7g (1.4%)

Carbs

1.6g (0.56%)

Sugars

0.1g (0.14%)

Healthy Fat

4.6g

Unhealthy Fat

5.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

How to make Restaurant-Style Kadai Paneer

Prepare the gravy

Sauté vegetables and paneer

Combine and finish

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

94.4kcal (4.72%)

Protein

0.7g (1.4%)

Carbs