Description
Paneer Tikka Masala is a popular North Indian dish featuring marinated and grilled paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cubes simmered in a rich and creamy tomato-based gravy. It’s a vegetarian delight, typically enjoyed with naan or rice.
Ingredients:
- Paneer: Cubed Indian cottage cheese.
- Yogurt: For marinating the paneer.
- Spices for Marinade: Turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, cumin powder, and coriander powder.
- Ginger-Garlic Paste: Freshly ground for the marinade.
- Lemon Juice: Adds tanginess to the marinade.
- Bell Peppers and Onions: Cut into chunks for grilling with paneer.
- Tomatoes: Pureed for the base of the gravy.
- Onions: Finely chopped for the gravy.
- Cream: Adds richness and smoothness to the gravy.
- Butter or Ghee: For cooking.
- Whole Spices: Bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and cardamom pods.
- Ground Spices: Turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, cumin powder, and coriander powder.
- Kasuri Methi: Dried fenugreek leaves for a unique flavor.
- Cilantro: Chopped for garnish.
- Salt: To taste.
