A HOMEMADE FAVOURITE
Homemade Spicy Tamatar Paneer
A comforting paneer dish made Noor's way, with a rich tomato base and the distinctive flavour of Kashmiri masala tikki.
Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
40-45 mins
Serves
2-3
The secret is in the masala
Kashmiri masala tikki is an important part of Noor's version of this dish. Discover when she adds it and how it contributes to the flavour.
Steal Noor's recipe for Tamatar Paneer
See how Noor's Tamatar Paneer cooks in a rich, flavourful tomato gravy, with golden paneer pieces and her distinctive blend of spices.
Ingredients & How to Make It
Ingredients
Method
1. Mix turmeric into about three cups of hot water. Dip the paneer slices in the turmeric water for 3 to 4 minutes, then remove them.
2. Heat mustard oil in a large pan and shallow fry the paneer until golden brown.
3. In another pan, heat some oil and add the tomatoes. Add 1 tablespoon of red chilli powder and 1 teaspoon of ginger powder.
4. Stir in salt, cover and cook for around 5 minutes, until the tomatoes soften and the oil begins to separate.
5. Add mutton stock/water, turmeric, green cardamom, cinnamon sticks and shallot paste. Let the stock reduce.
6. Add food colouring if desired.
7. Add the fried paneer and simmer on a low flame for 8 to 10 minutes, until the gravy reaches your preferred consistency.
8. Finish with zeera, cover and let it rest for 15 minutes before serving.
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