Methi Paneer
Methi Paneer, simply referred to as Indian Cottage Cheese Curry, is an aromatic, flavourful curry. Fragranced with the savoury, nutty, bitterness of Kasoori Methi (also known as Fenugreek Leaves), aromatic golden Turmeric Powder, Garam Masala, Coriander Seeds Ground, and a hit of heat with Kashmiri Chilli Ground.
This fragrant, spiced gravy is served with nuggets of paneer. Paneer is a firm, white Indian cheese similar to cottage cheese. Paneer holds its shape while cooking and makes a great vehicle for flavour.
Serve this delicious curry with fluffy rice, some plain yoghurt, and a small finishing sprinkle of Fenugreek Leaves.
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Ingredients
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Method
- Add your onion, tomato, ginger, and garlic into a food processor or blender and whiz up to make a paste – if you don’t have one, you can also grind down in a mortar and pestle, just takes a little longer.
- Place a large pan on medium heat with your oil. When hot, add in your Kashmiri chilli powder, turmeric, and a small pinch of your fenugreek leaves and sauté for 1 min. Add in your tomato/onion paste and sauté for a further minute. Add in your remaining spices, sauté for 30 seconds, then cover with a lid and leave on low-med heat for 2 minutes, stirring in between.
- Add your yoghurt to your sautéed paste and stir to combine – cooking for 1 min. Add in your remaining fenugreek leaves and stir, then follow with your water and salt, mix to combine, and sauté on low heat for 2-3 mins. Finally, add in your paneer cheese cubes and stir through. Serve with rice and enjoy!
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