Smooth and Creamy Shahi Paneer Recipe

 Here's a recipe for Shahi Paneer, a rich and creamy paneer dish popular in Indian cuisine:

Ingredients:

• 200 grams paneer, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons ghee or clarified butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/4 cup cashews, soaked in warm water
• 1/4 cup fresh cream
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1/2 teaspoon kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Instructions:

• Heat ghee in a pan or kadai over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
• In a blender, grind the soaked cashews into a smooth paste. Set aside.
• Add the ginger-garlic paste to the sautéed onions and cook for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
• Add the tomato puree to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
• Now, add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala to the pan. Mix well and cook for a minute.
• Add the cashew paste to the pan and stir it into the gravy. Cook for a couple of minutes to incorporate the flavors.
• Gradually pour in the fresh cream and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens and becomes creamy.
• Add salt, cardamom powder, and kasuri methi to the gravy. Stir well to combine.
• Gently add the paneer cubes to the gravy and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb the flavors.
• Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Your delicious Shahi Paneer is ready to be served! It pairs well with naan, roti, or steamed rice. Enjoy!