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Join me as I guide you through gathering the ingredients, perfecting every step, and mastering the timing and techniques to create the ultimate Paneer Butter Masala. This rich, creamy, and flavorful dish is guaranteed to impress your family and friends!

Ingredients :

For the Paneer & Gravy:

• 200g Paneer (cubed)
• 2 tbsp Butter (unsalted)
• 1 tbsp Oil
• 2 Tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp Cashews (soaked & blended into a paste)
• 1 tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
• 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
• ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tsp Garam Masala
• ½ tsp Kasuri Methi (dried fenugreek leaves, crushed)
• ½ cup Fresh Cream (or heavy cream)
• 1 cup Water
• Salt to taste

For Garnish:

• 1 tbsp Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
• 1 tbsp Fresh Cream (drizzle on top)

How to Make Paneer Butter Masala

Step 1: Preparing the Base

1. Heat Butter & Oil: In a pan, heat 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp oil on medium heat. The oil prevents the butter from burning.

2. Sauté Onions: Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.

3. Add Ginger-Garlic Paste: Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until fragrant.

4. Tomato Puree & Cashew Paste: Pour in the tomato puree and the cashew paste. Stir well and cook until the mixture thickens and the oil starts to separate from the masala.

Step 2: Adding the Spices

5. Spice it up: Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Stir and let it cook for a few minutes.

6. Add Water & Simmer: Pour 1 cup of water to adjust the consistency. Let the gravy simmer for 5-7 minutes.

Step 3: Cooking the Paneer

7. Add Paneer Cubes: Gently add the paneer cubes to the gravy and stir carefully.

8. Final Touches: Sprinkle garam masala and crushed kasuri methi for enhanced aroma and flavor.

9. Add Fresh Cream: Pour in the fresh cream, mix well, and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 4: Garnishing & Serving

10. Garnish: Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped coriander leaves and a drizzle of fresh cream.

11. Serve Hot: Enjoy your Paneer Butter Masala with naan, roti, or jeera rice for a perfect meal.

Tips for the Best Paneer Butter Masala

• For extra creaminess, blend the gravy before adding paneer.

• Use fresh paneer for the best texture and taste.

• Adjust spice levels according to your preference by modifying the red chili powder and garam masala.

• Soak paneer in warm water for 10 minutes before adding it to keep it soft and spongy.

Nutrition

Calories: 839kcal | Carbohydrates: 96g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 637mg | Potassium: 361mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1332IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 364mg | Iron: 2mg

Enjoy this restaurant-style Paneer Butter Masala at home and impress your loved ones with its rich, creamy, and flavorful taste!

 

 

Join me as I guide you through gathering the ingredients, perfecting the creamy sauce, and mastering the cooking techniques to create the ultimate Penne Alfredo. This classic Italian dish is not only delicious but also a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

• Penne Pasta: Use penne pasta for this recipe. It holds the sauce well and has a great texture for creamy pasta dishes.

• Butter: Adds richness to the dish and helps create a smooth base for the sauce when melted with garlic.

• Garlic: Use fresh minced garlic to enhance the flavor of the sauce. Sauté with butter for a fragrant base.

• Plain Flour: Use plain flour to thicken the sauce. This creates a roux when combined with butter and garlic.

• Milk: Full-fat milk works best. It adds creaminess and helps balance the richness of the sauce.

• Heavy Cream: Adds thickness and richness to the sauce, making it extra creamy.

• Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated parmesan is ideal for this pasta. It melts into the sauce and adds a rich, savory flavor.

• Italian Seasoning: Use a blend of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme to season the sauce.

• Salt: Enhances the overall flavor. Add it according to taste.

• Black Pepper: Freshly ground black pepper adds a hint of spice and depth to the sauce. Adjust to taste.

 How to Make Penne Alfredo

1. Melt Butter: In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and smooth.

2. Add Garlic and Salt: Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Sauté until the garlic becomes fragrant and lightly golden.

3. Pour in Cream: Gradually pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine with the butter and garlic mixture. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

4. Add Parmesan Cheese: Once the cream is simmering, stir in the grated parmesan cheese. Continue to stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened.

 

5. Stir to Combine: Stir the sauce well to ensure the cream and parmesan cheese are fully combined, creating a smooth, creamy mixture.

6. Reserve Pasta Water: After cooking the penne pasta, reserve some of the starchy pasta water before draining the pasta.

7. Add Penne to Sauce: Once the pasta is cooked and drained, add it directly to the sauce in the pan. Stir gently to coat the penne evenly with the sauce.

8. Add Reserved Pasta Water: Slowly add a bit of the reserved pasta water to the sauce and pasta. Stir well to help the sauce bind and adjust the consistency as needed.

Join me as I guide you through gathering the ingredients, perfecting every flip, and mastering the timing and techniques to create the ultimate fluffy pancakes. This delicious breakfast classic is guaranteed to impress your family and friends!

Why you will love this recipe

• Fast to make, budget friendly, No prep required, takes less time.
• No fancy equipments required, all you need is a mixing bowl and whisk.
• Healthy and wholesome because of eggs, milk and flour.

Ingredients

• Plain Flour: Use plain flour for basic pancakes. Alternatively, a mix of ½ cup wheat flour and ½ cup plain flour or 1 cup whole wheat flour can be used. Whole wheat flour may slightly alter the texture, but the pancakes will still be delicious.

• Baking Powder: For every cup of plain flour, use 2 teaspoons of baking powder. This ratio ensures perfectly soft pancakes. Avoid substituting baking powder with baking soda, as they have different properties and functions.

• Milk: Full-fat whole milk works best. The combination of milk, egg, and baking powder results in soft, fluffy pancakes. For a dairy-free option, use almond or soy milk.

• Egg: Essential for light and soft pancakes. For eggless pancakes, refer to a specific eggless recipe. Adding a touch of vanilla extract or cinnamon powder can enhance the flavor.

• Sugar: Minimal sugar is needed since pancakes are typically served with sweet toppings like syrup or fruits.

• Melted Butter: Adding melted butter or oil to the batter helps create pancakes with an even golden color and improves flavor. No additional fat is needed in the pan when cooking.

How to Make Pancakes

1)Take eggs in a mixing bowl.

2)Add sugar. Minimal sugar is needed since the pancakes will be served with syrup.

3)Add in ¼ tsp vanilla extract.

 4)Pour in milk and use a whisk to combine.

5)Now add in the flour. I used plain flour. Instead of plain flour you can use ½ cup wheat flour ½ cup of maida or use 1 cup of whole wheat flour.

6)Add in salt into the flour.

7)Add in baking powder. For pancakes you have to use little extra baking powder for fluffy texture. Mix the batter till smooth. Don’t over the batter.

8)Once the batter is mixed well, pour in melted butter. Instead of melted butter you can add any flavourless oil. For making pancakes you don’t add oil or butter in the pan instead you mix it into the batter. Mix the melted butter into the pancake batter.

Pancake Batter is ready!

9)Now heat a pan. You can use nonstick pan or cast-iron pan for making pancakes. Heat the pan on medium high heat. Once the pan is hot, pour ladleful of batter into the pan and cook on medium heat till you see bubbles forming on top.

10)Once you see bubbles on them, you can flip the pancakes and cook for few more seconds. 

Enjoy your best homemade pancakes!

Serving

Pancakes can be served with fresh fruits, syrups, or spreads like Nutella. For a savory touch, pair them with crispy bacon, sausages, or eggs. Adding yogurt, nuts, or cottage cheese can also complement the meal.

Nutrition

Calories 158 / Total Fat 7.4g / Saturated Fat 4.3g / Cholesterol 36.9mg / Sodium 139mg / Carbohydrate 19.1g / Dietary Fiber 0.5g / Total Sugars 4.2g / Protein 3.6g