Shahi paneer
Description
Dishes with paneer are very popular in India. Every housewife adds her own touch to them. But the key spice in shahi paneer remains garam masala. This spice blend includes coriander, star anise, nutmeg, cardamom, cinnamon, cumin, cloves, black and white pepper. Here is a simple recipe for you.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2
Heat the oil in a skillet, add the spices, and warm them slightly. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft.
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Step 3
Add tomatoes, cut into small cubes. Simmer them (about 5 minutes). If the tomatoes have released a lot of acidity, add sugar to taste.
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Step 4
Add the cream, season with salt to taste, mix and simmer for another 5 minutes. The amount of cream depends on how thick you want your dish to be.
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Step 5
Add the finely chopped pepper, mix well.
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Step 6
Now it's time for the paneer. Gently stir to keep the pieces intact. Cover with a lid and let it simmer over low heat for about 3 minutes. Turn off the stove and let it sit for 5 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb all the flavors.
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Step 7
Serve at the table.