Here’s a rewritten version of the recipe for the Love With Recipes site:
Achari Paneer Masala Recipe
Description:
Achari Paneer Masala is a delicious and flavorful North Indian gravy that’s perfect for house parties or a special weekend dinner. The use of achari masala (pickle spices) adds a tangy and aromatic twist to this dish. Packed with protein from paneer, this recipe is simple to make and sure to impress!
Cuisine: North Indian
Course: Lunch
Diet: High Protein Vegetarian
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 250 grams paneer, cubed
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 4 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 capsicum (green), chopped
- 4 cashews
- 1 tablespoon mustard oil
- 1 green chilli, slit
- Asafoetida, a pinch
- Salt, to taste
For the Achari Masala:
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 2 dried Kashmiri chillies
- 1/4 teaspoon nigella seeds (kalonji)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cashew Paste:
- Soak the cashews in hot water for 15–20 minutes.
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Make the Achari Masala:
- Heat a pan and dry roast the coriander seeds, fennel seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, dried Kashmiri red chillies, nigella seeds, and cumin seeds on low heat for 5–10 minutes until aromatic.
- Let the roasted spices cool, then grind them into a fine powder using a mixer grinder.
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Make the Tomato-Capsicum Puree:
- In the same grinder, blend the chopped tomatoes, capsicum, and soaked cashews into a smooth puree. Set aside.
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Cook the Base:
- Heat mustard oil in a pan until it begins to smoke slightly. Reduce the heat and add the slit green chilli and a pinch of asafoetida. Sauté for 10–15 seconds.
- Add the chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
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Combine the Masala:
- Add the ground achari masala to the onions and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the prepared tomato-capsicum-cashew puree and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add Paneer:
- Gently fold in the paneer cubes and cook for 2 minutes, ensuring the paneer is coated with the masala.
- Add salt to taste and mix well.
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Serve:
- Serve hot with Makhani Dal, Jeera Rice, Boondi Raita, and Phulkas for a complete and satisfying meal.
Enjoy this rich and aromatic Achari Paneer Masala with your loved ones!
