Kadai Paneer Recipe

Usually this curry is served hot in small kadai (Deep curved pan). Kadai are very common in India. You can serve it in a kadai to give a restaurant touch.
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Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In20 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings2
CuisineCourse
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Paneer250 Gram
 Onions2 Medium, finley chopped
 Onions2 Medium, finely chopped
 Tomatoes2 , chopped
 Green pepper1
 Oil3 Tablespoon
 Coriander powder1 Tablespoon
 Garam masala powder1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Red chilli powder1 Teaspoon
 Dry fenugreek leaves1⁄2 Teaspoon (kasoori methi)
 Ginger paste1 Teaspoon
 Cumin seeds1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Cinnamon1 Inch
 Cloves2
 Green cardamom1
 Bay leaf1
 Cilantro1 Teaspoon (few for garnishing)

Directions

1. Cut paneer and green peppar into cubes.
2. Heat oil in a kadai and add cinnamon, cardamom, bayleaf, cloves and cumin. Saute for about 5 seconds.
3. Now add the chopped onion and fry till translucent.
4. Now add the ginger paste and saute for a while.
5. Add green pepper, tomatoes and salt and cook till the tomatoes are mushy. Lower the heat completely.
6. Now add the red chilli powder, coriander powder, kasoori methi and garam masala powder, mix well and cook for about 30 seconds. If you find the masala very dry just sprinkle a bit of water.
7. Finally add the paneer cubes and mix it well. Cover and cook on a low flame for about 3-4 minutes.
8. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
9. Serve hot with any Indian bread.

Comments

Anonymous

Anonymous says :

Good recipie....Love it
Posted on: 7 November 2011 - 1:55am
Anonymous

Anonymous says :

Good recipe.
Posted on: 28 August 2011 - 8:41pm
Anonymous

genilia says :

i love this dish .paneer give energy to our body
Posted on: 11 June 2011 - 10:27am
Anonymous

Anonymousdejani says :

thanks, ilike this paneer. its nice ilove with roti &paratha.
Posted on: 2 April 2011 - 2:20am
Anonymous

Anonymous says :

I tried this recipe, and it was a hit!! I have already added the link to my favorites.. Well done; Excellent recipe!!
Posted on: 29 March 2010 - 6:29pm
Anonymous

Anonymous says :

I tried this recipe, and it was a hit!! I have already added the link to my favorites.. Well done; Excellent recipe!!
Posted on: 29 March 2010 - 6:28pm
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Shanthi_baby says :

Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful dish. Family will love it.
Posted on: 15 August 2009 - 2:22pm
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Sarita Bhandarkar says :

Thanks Radzie. i used store bought paneer. For making the paneer at home please follow this link: http://www.ifood.tv/recipe/paneer_indian_cheese
Posted on: 3 February 2009 - 6:24pm
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Radzie says :

That's a wonderful paneer you have up there. Is the paneer you have used the readymade one or did you prepare it at home. I have tried to prepare paneer a couple of times at home, but getting it in neat cubes was a lil difficuly or I can say, i couldn't get it done properly. Can u please share with me, if you know the right way to male paneer at home?
Posted on: 12 December 2008 - 6:40am
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shantihhh says :

Has anyone made paneer with Fat free milk? Last niht I made Sag Paneer Makhanwala using Desi Brand Paneer but homemade is better, and I am sure it has high fat grams. Shanti/Mary-Anne
Posted on: 7 February 2008 - 9:22pm
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Sarita Bhandarkar says :

Paneer is a healthy, protein-rich food. The nutrition value of 100 gms of paneer provides 18.3 gms of protein, 20.8 gms of fat, 2.6 gms of minerals, 1.2 gms of carbohydrates, 265 kcal of energy, 208 mgs of calcium, 138 mg of phosphorous. It contains reasonably good amounts of fat and cholesterol. Firm tofu has a similar texture and consistency so it can be used in place of paneer as a non-dairy substitute. Source:www.doctorndtv.com en.wikipedia.org
Posted on: 7 February 2008 - 6:24pm
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Sarita Bhandarkar says :

Thank you Snigdha...
Posted on: 6 February 2008 - 1:27pm
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Snigdha says :

Hi Sarita. I am just done cooking this one and it looks and tastes truly delicious. I added colorful peppers since I had some in the refrigerator, otherwise the rest of the recipe remains the same.
Posted on: 6 February 2008 - 1:15pm
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Sarita Bhandarkar says :

Yes Ganesh you are right...This recipe saves a lot of time if you are preparing this for parties as this is very easy to make. Thanks rice for your comments...
Posted on: 6 February 2008 - 11:37am
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rice says :

Usually i dont like paneer. but this dish looks delicious. i m going to try this definitely.
Posted on: 6 February 2008 - 3:00am
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Ganesh Dutta says :

Really a wonderful recipe of Kadai Paneer. I like this dish very much. Whenever I organize any party with my friends , this dish is generally included as a part of the menu. It is absolutely delicious.This dish makes our party more enjoyful. Thanks for posting this nice and delicious Kadai Paneer recipe.
Posted on: 6 February 2008 - 2:44am
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Sarita Bhandarkar says :

Yes Snigdha, You are right...This is one of my favorites too...Love this with chapatis...Await for your feedback :)
Posted on: 6 February 2008 - 12:40am
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Snigdha says :

Love this dish. Its one of my favorite varieties on Paneer apart from Saag Paneer. Its wonderful with Rotis/Chapathis. I am going make this for lunch tomorrow.
Posted on: 6 February 2008 - 12:26am
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