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๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Spicy Kadai Paneer Delight: A Flavorful Indian Cottage Cheese Stir-Fry ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

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Kadai Paneer (Cottage Cheese on the Wok!)

๐Ÿ•’ Cook Time: 20 minutes
๐Ÿ•’ Prep Time: 20 minutes
๐Ÿ•’ Total Time: 40 minutes

Description:

Indulge in the rich flavors of Indian cuisine with this delightful Kadai Paneer recipe! Bursting with aromatic spices and tender chunks of paneer (cottage cheese), this dish is a true culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds.

Recipe Category:

Soy/Tofu

Keywords:

Beans, Asian, Indian, < 60 Mins, Stove Top

Nutrition Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 280.6
  • Fat Content: 20.1g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 12.1g
  • Cholesterol Content: 49.1mg
  • Sodium Content: 30.6mg
  • Carbohydrate Content: 25.9g
  • Fiber Content: 5.8g
  • Sugar Content: 12.8g
  • Protein Content: 3.5g

Ingredients:

Quantity Ingredient
200g Paneer
2 Onions
2 Red Capsicums
1/2 Tomatoes
1 Ginger
Salt
3/4 Garlic Paste
1 Turmeric Powder
1 1/2 Red Chili Powder
1/2 Cumin Powder
1/2 Coriander Powder
3 tbsp Ghee
1 Coriander Leaves

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Paneer:

    • Begin by cutting the paneer into equal-sized thin lengthwise pieces.
  2. Prepare Ingredients:

    • Peel and chop the onions, then grind them into a fine paste.
    • Cut the tomatoes into small pieces.
    • Julienne the ginger into long, thin strips.
  3. Cooking Process:

    • Heat ghee or oil in a wok over medium heat.
    • Add cumin seeds and allow them to sizzle briefly.
    • Introduce the finely cut capsicum pieces into the wok and fry for approximately 2 minutes until slightly tender.
    • Add the onion paste and stir-fry for 3 minutes until aromatic and golden brown.
    • Incorporate the garlic paste into the mixture and continue stir-frying for an additional 3-4 minutes.
    • Add the ginger pieces, tomato paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and coriander powder. Fry until the ghee or oil starts to separate from the mixture.
  4. Assembly:

    • Season the mixture with salt according to taste.
    • Add in the paneer pieces and coat them thoroughly with the masala (spice mixture).
    • Pour in a cup of water and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
  5. Finishing Touches:

    • Garnish the Kadai Paneer with finely chopped coriander leaves for a burst of freshness.
  6. Serving:

    • Serve hot with steamed rice or freshly made Indian flatbreads for a complete and satisfying meal.

With its vibrant colors, aromatic spices, and succulent paneer, this Kadai Paneer recipe is sure to become a favorite among your family and friends. Enjoy the rich flavors of India right in your own kitchen!

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