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Palakkad Festival Paneer Roasted
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Palakkad Festival Paneer Roasted

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Palakkad cooking — Palakkad Festival Paneer Roasted brings a roasted touch with a classic korma finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Easy

Ingredients

  • Paneer250 g, cubed
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Ghee3 tbsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Dried Red Chilies4

Optional extras

  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Venkatesh Bhat makes Paneer ghee roast | paneer recipe · on YouTube