Dahi Paneer
Paneer simmered in a tangy whisked-yogurt gravy thickened with cashew, gently spiced and no onion or garlic - light yet creamy.
35 min 2 servingsMedium
Ingredients
2 servingsContains: dairy·tree nut
Flavor profile
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Sweetness
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Method
- 1Whisk the yogurt smooth with a spoon of cashew paste and set aside.
- 2Heat oil, splutter cumin seeds and add asafoetida.
- 3Add slit green chilli and fry for a few seconds.
- 4Lower the heat and add turmeric, coriander powder and red chilli powder.
- 5Pour in the whisked yogurt slowly, stirring constantly to prevent splitting.
- 6Cook on low until the gravy thickens and no longer smells raw.
- 7Add paneer cubes and 80 ml water, then simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- 8Season with salt and a pinch of garam masala.
- 9Crush kasuri methi over the top and serve hot.
Frequently asked
About 35 minutes total — 15 min prep and 20 min cooking.
Yes — Dahi Paneer is gluten free, jain, veg.
Dahi Paneer contains dairy, tree nut. Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies.
This recipe makes 2 servings.
