Matar Paneer
Discover this authentic Indian Matar Paneer recipe — a satisfying weeknight dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with sunflower oil, paneer, ginger and 9 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 2 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 40 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this indian classic is sure to impress.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
330
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 tbls Sunflower Oil
- 225 g Paneer
- 2 Ginger
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 1 tsp Coriander
- 1 Green Chilli
- 4 large Tomato
- 150 g Peas
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- Small bunch Coriander
- to serve Naan Bread
Instructions
2 steps · ~23 minutes total
Step 1
Heat the oil in a frying pan over high heat until it’s shimmering hot. Add the paneer, then turn the heat down a little. Fry until it starts to brown at the edges, then turn it over and brown on each side – the paneer will brown faster than you think, so don’t walk away. Remove the paneer from the pan and drain on kitchen paper.
8 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.Step 2
Put the ginger, cumin, turmeric, ground coriander and chilli in the pan, and fry everything for 1 min. Add the tomatoes, mashing them with the back of a spoon and simmer everything for 5 mins until the sauce smells fragrant. Add a splash of water if it’s too thick. Season well. Add the peas and simmer for a further 2 mins, then stir in the paneer and sprinkle over the garam masala. Divide between two bowls, top with coriander leaves and serve with naan bread, roti or rice.
15 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your indian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Matar Paneer is a beloved dish from Indian cuisine, originating in India. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Indian cuisine reflects the country's incredible diversity, with flavors and techniques varying dramatically from north to south, east to west. The masterful use of spices is the hallmark of Indian cooking.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Matar Paneer is a popular North Indian dish made from green peas (matar) and paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cooked in a spiced tomato gravy. It's a vegetarian delight often served with rice or Indian bread.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
