Paneer Do Pyaza
Soft paneer in a spiced onion-tomato gravy studded with a second wave of caramelised onion petals for a sweet, savoury double-onion depth.
40 min 2 servingsMedium
Ingredients
2 servingsContains: dairy
Flavor profile
Spice
Sweetness
Richness
Method
- 1Cube one onion and separate into petals; finely chop the rest.
- 2Sear the paneer cubes in a little oil until golden, then set aside.
- 3In the same pan, fry the onion petals until edged brown; remove and reserve.
- 4Saute the chopped onion until deep golden, then add ginger-garlic paste.
- 5Add tomato puree, turmeric, chilli and coriander powder; cook until oil separates.
- 6Pour in a little water and simmer into a thick gravy.
- 7Return the paneer and onion petals, folding gently.
- 8Add capsicum and cook 3-4 minutes so it stays crunchy.
- 9Sprinkle garam masala and crushed kasuri methi.
- 10Finish with coriander and serve hot.
Frequently asked
About 40 minutes total — 15 min prep and 25 min cooking.
Yes — Paneer Do Pyaza is gluten free, veg.
Paneer Do Pyaza contains dairy. Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies.
This recipe makes 2 servings.
