Spicy Kadai Paneer

This Spicy Kadai Paneer recipe is a quick and flavorful Indian dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Creamy paneer, crunchy bell peppers, and a fragrant spice blend come together in this restaurant-style curry that’s sure to impress!

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Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: Paneer

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 320kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

250 g paneer cubed
1 large onion finely chopped
2 tomatoes finely chopped
1 green bell pepper diced
1 red bell pepper diced
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 tbsp coriander seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
2-3 dried red chilies
½ tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp garam masala
2 tbsp oil
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Spice Blend: Dry roast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and dried red chilies. Grind into a coarse powder.
Cook the Base: Heat oil in a kadai. Sauté onions until golden. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook until soft.
Add Spices and Vegetables: Stir in the ground spice blend, turmeric, and salt. Add bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add Paneer: Gently stir in paneer and cook for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with cilantro.
Serve: Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.

Notes

Spice Level: Adjust the number of dried red chilies to control the heat.

Paneer Substitute: Use tofu for a vegan version.

Make Ahead: Prepare the spice blend in advance for quicker cooking.

Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freezing: Freeze without paneer and add fresh paneer when reheating.

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