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Matar paneer is a North Indian curry of paneer cheese and green peas in a gently spiced tomato gravy. It is a favorite at home and in restaurants.
Serve with roti, naan or rice.
Recipe label: Based on traditional technique. Photo: illustrative stock photo, not the finished dish from this exact recipe.
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Matar Paneer
Description
Matar paneer: soft paneer cubes and green peas in a spiced onion-tomato gravy. A North Indian vegetarian classic, ready in 35 minutes.Ingredients
For the curry
Instructions
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Soak the paneer cubes in warm water for 10 minutes to soften.
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Heat the oil and add the cumin seeds. When they sizzle, add the onion and cook for 8 minutes until golden.
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Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute, then the tomato puree and spices, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the oil separates.
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Add the peas and 3/4 cup water and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Add the paneer and simmer gently for 3 minutes. Stir in the cream and garam masala.
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Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
