Paneer Butter Masala Recipe Without Blender

Ingredients

This delicious Paneer Butter Masala recipe requires a few simple ingredients that can be found in any kitchen. You will need 250 gm of Paneer, 2 large onions, 2 large tomatoes, 2 tsp of ginger garlic paste, 1/2 tsp of cumin powder, 1/2 tsp of coriander powder, 1/2 tsp of garam masala powder, 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder, 1/4 tsp of red chili powder, 2 tablespoons of butter, 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, and some fresh coriander leaves for garnishing.

Instructions

This easy Paneer Butter Masala recipe can be prepared without the use of a blender or food processor. Start by heating 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn brown. Once the onions are browned, add the ginger garlic paste and fry it until the raw smell disappears.

Now add the chopped tomatoes and all the dry spices - cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and mushy.

Now add the cubed paneer and mix it with the onion-tomato mixture. Cook for few minutes and then add 1/2 cup of water. Cover the pan and cook for 7-8 minutes or until the paneer is cooked and the gravy has thickened. Finally, garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with roti, naan, or rice.

Nutrition

This Paneer Butter Masala recipe is a delicious and healthy meal that is high in proteins and vitamins. Paneer is a good source of protein, calcium, and iron. Tomatoes are high in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and dietary fiber. Onions are high in Vitamin C and dietary fiber. All the spices added to this dish provide essential vitamins and minerals.

This dish is also high in fat and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation. Butter and oil are high in saturated fat and cholesterol, so if you are looking to reduce the calorie content of this dish, you can use low-fat butter and/or cooking oil.