Paneer Tikka Masala
Enjoy rich and tasty Paneer Tikka Masala! Tender marinated paneer and bell peppers in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce. Perfect with rice or naan!
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 617kcal
Ingredients
For The Tikka
- 2 tablespoon plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 lb paneer /Indian cottage cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 bell pepper cut into squares
For Masala
- 2 tablespoons butter (or ghee)
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 plum tomatoes pureed(or 8 oz canned tomato puree)
- ¾ teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine plain yogurt, paprika, garam masala, and salt. Add the paneer cubes and bell pepper to the marinade.
- Gently combine to coat everything well and let it marinate for at least 10-20 minutes.
- Heat butter to the pan over medium heat. Add the marinated paneer and bell peppers the pan.
- Sauté or grill until lightly charred and cooked, about 5-7 minutes, and set aside.
- In a separate pan, heat butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in the tomato puree and cook for 5 minutes until it thickens. Add paprika, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 5-10 minutes minutes, until the cgravy thickens..
- Add the cooked paneer, bell peppers, and heavy cream to the masala sauce.
- Stir gently to coat everything evenly and simmer for 5 minutes on low heat.
- And serve hot with rice or naan bread.
Notes
- Adjust paprika or add cayenne pepper for desired heat levels.
- Leftover paneer tikka masala is good for filling for wraps, topping for rice bowls, or mixed into pasta or soup.
- Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
- To reheat, microwave in 30-second increments or warm on the stovetop with a splash of water to retain moisture.
Nutrition
Calories: 617kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 35g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 158mg | Sodium: 390mg | Potassium: 273mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2742IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 611mg | Iron: 1mg