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Paneer Pasanda


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  • Author: Chef Sophia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Paneer Pasanda is a luxurious Indian curry made with paneer stuffed with a nutty, herby filling and served in a creamy tomato-cashew gravy. Perfect for festive occasions and special dinners.


Ingredients

For the Paneer:

250 g paneer, cut into squares and slit in the middle

For the Stuffing:

2 tbsp grated paneer

3 tbsp finely chopped cashews

1 tbsp chopped raisins or sultanas

1 tbsp finely chopped coriander

Pinch of salt

For the Gravy:

1 large onion, chopped

1 cup ripe tomatoes, chopped

2 tbsp chopped green chillies

2 tbsp chopped ginger

5 garlic cloves

2 tbsp cashews

1 tbsp white poppy seeds

5 tbsp oil (divided)

1 bay leaf

1 black cardamom

4 green cardamoms

½ inch cinnamon stick

3 cloves

1 tsp kasoori methi

¼ tsp garam masala

½ tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp red chilli powder

1 tbsp ground cumin & coriander

3 tbsp cream (optional)

Salt to taste

1 tsp sugar

For Garnish:

Fresh coriander leaves

Drizzle of cream


Instructions

  1. Prepare stuffing: Mix grated paneer, cashews, raisins, coriander, and salt.

  2. Slit paneer pieces, fill with stuffing, and set aside.

  3. Heat oil, shallow fry stuffed paneer until light golden; set aside.

  4. For gravy, heat 2 tbsp oil; add bay leaf, cardamoms, cinnamon, and cloves.

  5. Add onion, sauté until pink; stir in garlic, ginger, and chillies.

  6. Add tomatoes, cashews, poppy seeds, and spices; cook 5 min with 1 cup water.

  7. Cool, blend into a smooth paste, and strain back into the pan with remaining oil.

  8. Add kasoori methi, sugar, and cream; simmer 2–3 minutes.

  9. Arrange stuffed paneer over gravy, garnish, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use tofu for a vegan option.
  • Skip raisins for a savory-only taste.
  • Soak store-bought paneer in warm water to soften.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian