Paneer Butter Masala Recipe

Paneer Butter Masala is a rich and creamy North Indian curry loved for its buttery tomato gravy and soft paneer cubes. This restaurant-style dish pairs perfectly with naan, roti, or jeera rice and is a favorite for special family meals.

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25 Min

Prep Time

30 Min

Cook Time

4

Servings

paneer butter masala Recipe

Ingredients

  • Paneer – 250 gm (cubed)
  • Butter – 3 tbsp
  • Oil – 1 tbsp
  • Onion (roughly chopped) – 2 medium
  • Tomato (roughly chopped) – 4 medium
  • Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp
  • Cashews – 10 to 12
  • Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
  • Turmeric powder – 1/2 tsp
  • Coriander powder – 1 tsp
  • Garam masala – 1/2 tsp
  • Kasuri methi – 1 tsp
  • Fresh cream – 3 tbsp
  • Salt – To taste
  • Fresh coriander – for garnish
  • Water – as required

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil and butter in a pan. Add onions and sauté until soft.

Step 2

Add tomatoes, cashews, and ginger garlic paste. Cook until tomatoes soften completely.

Step 3

Let the mixture cool, then blend into a smooth puree.

Step 4

Transfer puree back to the pan and cook with turmeric, chilli powder, coriander powder, and salt.

Step 5

Add water as needed and simmer for 5–7 minutes.

Step 6

Add paneer cubes, fresh cream, garam masala, and kasuri methi. Mix gently.

Step 6

Cook for 2–3 minutes and garnish with fresh coriander. Serve hot with naan or rice.