Shahi Paneer

Paneer is not just yummy but also nutritious. It also strengthens your immune system. Paneer makes our teeth and bones strong. It ensures a healthy digestive system. For people with diabetes, it is a great source of protein as it maintains their blood sugar level. It goes without saying that we must include it in our diet. The smooth and creamy texture of Shahi paneer makes it a perfect dish for lunch for our vegetarian lovers. Here is a restaurant-style Shahi paneer recipe that can be easily made at home.

Ingredients

• Paneer - 200grams
• Onions - 2
• Tomato - 3
• Ginger - 1/2 inch
• Garlic - 6-7
• Melon seeds - 2-3 tsp
• Dhaniya powder - 1 tsp
• Haldi (Turmeric) - 1 tsp
• Jeera (Cumin) powder - 1 tsp
• Red chilli powder - 2 tsp
• Kashmiri chilli powder - 2 tsp
• Kitchen king masala - 2 tsp
• Garam masala - 1 tsp
• Kasuri methi - 1 tsp
• Black pepper - 1 tsp
• Dalchini (Cinnamon) - 1
• Tej Patta (Bay leaf) - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Sugar - 1 tsp
• Oil - 3-4 tsp
• Butter - 2 tsp
• Cream - 1 tbsp

Method

1. Take a kadhai and add oil. A few minutes later add finely chopped onion, tomato, ginger, and garlic. 
2. Mix it well then start adding melon seeds, tej patta, dalchini and saute till the onions become reddish brown and tomatoes become mushy(soft). Add some water while it is roasting. 
3. Make a paste of the roasted mixture and pass through a sieve till you get a smooth paste. 
4. In a kadhai add 2-3 spoons of oil and then butter. Now add the smooth paste and saute it. Add all the spices and mix it well. 
5. Now add some cream to the mixture. Cut rectangular dices of the paneer and add them to the mixture. 
6. Close the lid till it is cooked. 
7. Shahi paneer is ready and you can serve it with paratha or roti.