Butter Paneer Masala (Cheese Cubes Smothered in a Spicy Tomato Gravy)
"Tender pieces of golden fried paneer cheese cubes simmered in a thick, spicy, creamy and buttery spiced tomato and onion gravy — a vegetarian version of the classic Indian butter chicken..."
INGREDIENTS
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14 oz (400 g) paneer cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
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olive oil for frying
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon cumin seeds
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3 to 4 green chilies, seeded and finely chopped
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1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced or grated
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1 large clove garlic, minced or crushed
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1 tablespoon ground coriander
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1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder (I used Kashmiri chili powder)
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon amchoor powder (optional)
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pinch of cayenne
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3 large plum tomatoes, finely chopped or puréed
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handful of dried fenugreek leaves, crumbled
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1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
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a few handfuls of fresh parsley or coriander, finely chopped
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons heavy cream or water
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juice from 1 small lemon (2 tablespoons)
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1/2 teaspoon garam masala
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