Paneer Butter Masala
Creamy tomato-based curry with tender paneer cheese, finished with butter and cream. A comforting vegetarian main that comes together in 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 14 oz paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1.5 tsp garam masala
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium until melted and foamy, ~1 minute.
- 2
Add diced onion and cook, stirring, until softened and translucent, ~5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, ~45 seconds.
- 4
Add crushed tomatoes and garam masala, stir to combine.
- 5
Simmer uncovered for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly.
- 6
Stir in heavy cream and remaining 1 tbsp butter until combined.
- 7
Gently fold in paneer cubes and simmer for 3 minutes until heated through.
- 8
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over rice or with naan.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- wooden spoon
- cutting board
- knife
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