Malai Methi Paneer: Delicious Indian Cottage Cheese Curry
Description:
Isn’t the name enough to tell you how delicious this dish is?! Mmmmm! This winning recipe from January 1-7, 2004, posted by Rita Choudhary in Thursday magazine, promises to delight your taste buds. Enjoy this creamy, aromatic curry that perfectly balances the flavors of spices and fresh ingredients. Bon Appétit!
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Onions, Peppers, Vegetable, Asian, Indian, Spicy, < 60 Mins, Beginner Cook, Easy
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cottage cheese |
| 1 | Onion |
| 2 | Garlic |
| 1/4 | Fresh ginger |
| 1 | Cumin seed |
| 1 | Red chile |
| 1 | Turmeric powder |
| 3/4 | Red chili powder |
| 1/2 | Garam masala powder |
| 1 1/2 | Dried fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi) |
| 4 | Tomato puree |
| 1/2 | Green bell pepper |
| 2 | Sugar |
| 1 | Salt |
| 2 | Fresh coriander leaves |
| NA | |
| NA |
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1278.1 |
| Total Fat | 112.2 g |
| Saturated Fat | 56.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 305.5 mg |
| Sodium | 976.7 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 40.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g |
| Sugars | 12.4 g |
| Protein | 34.7 g |
Instructions
- Begin by taking a microwave-safe glass bowl, then add the finely chopped onion, ginger, and garlic into it.
- Place the bowl in the microwave and set it to HIGH power, microwaving for 2 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Next, incorporate the coarsely ground cumin, whole red chili, coriander seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and dried fenugreek leaves into the mixture.
- Microwave this combination on HIGH for an additional minute, allowing the spices to infuse their flavors.
- Stir in the tomato puree along with the chopped green bell pepper and 1/4 cup of water.
- Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes, ensuring the mixture is well combined and heated through.
- Gently fold in the cottage cheese cubes, cream, sugar, salt, and another 1/4 cup of water, mixing carefully to prevent breaking the cottage cheese.
- Microwave this delightful concoction on HIGH for 1 minute to meld the flavors together.
- Garnish the dish with fresh coriander leaves for a burst of color and flavor.
- Serve hot alongside rotis (chapatis), naan, or fragrant white Basmati rice.
- Enjoy this exquisite dish that brings the essence of Indian cuisine right to your table!
This Malai Methi Paneer is not only easy to prepare but also a delightful addition to your lunch or snack repertoire, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home!
