How to make Matar Paneer -
A sabzi made regularly in most households of India, this dish is authentic and homely in every sense
This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.
Main Ingredients : Green peas (हरे मटर), Cottage cheese (paneer) (पनीर)
Cuisine : Indian
Course : Main Course Vegetarian
For more recipes related to Matar Paneer checkout Matar Mushroom, Chonkha Matar, Green Peas And Potato Curry, Matar Aur Mangodi Ki Sabzi . You can also find more Main Course Vegetarian recipes like Massaman Curry with Tofu Kale Vatanyachi Ussal Kelphulachi Bhaji Gajar Methi ki Sabzi
Matar Paneer Recipe Card
Hindi: matar
You might be picking out these emerald hued little jewels from your food. But, wait, before you do that anymore! As these are a good source of fibre and potassium, which keeps all of our body cells functioning properly. Just when you thought that green peas are only used to add that extra punch to your savoury dishes, try a rich, creamy matar ki kheer to satiate your sweet buds too!
Prep Time : 11-15 minutes
Cook time : 11-15 minutes
Serve : 4
Level Of Cooking : Easy
Taste : Tangy
Ingredients for Matar Paneer Recipe
Green peas , blanched 1 cup
Cottage cheese (paneer) 250 grams
Onions 2 medium
Tomatoes 2 medium
Oil 2 tablespoons
Cumin seeds 1 teaspoon
Ginger-garlic paste 1 1/2 tablespoons
Coriander powder 1 tablespoon
Cumin powder 2 teaspoons
Red chilli powder 1 teaspoon
Turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon
Garam masala pwoder 1 teaspoon
Salt to taste
Method
Step 1
Roughly chop onions and tomatoes, put into a mixer jar and grind to a fine puree.
Step 2
Cut the cottage cheese into medium cubes.
Step 3
Heat oil in a pressure cooker, add cumin seeds and sauté till their colour changes.
Step 4
Add ginger-garlic paste and onion-tomato puree, mix well and sauté on high heat for 2-3 minutes.
Step 5
Add cumin powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, garam masala and salt and mix well.
Step 6
Add ¾ cup water, mix, cover and cook on high heat for 4-5 minutes. Switch off the heat and open the lid when the pressure is completely released.
Step 7
Switch on the heat, add cottage cheese and green peas, mix well and cook for 30-40 seconds.
Step 8
Transfer into a serving bowl and serve hot.
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