Bhavna
Not having a Tandoor (Indian Clay Oven) at home made me experiment this recipe..Its a dish that reminds the flavor of Paneer cooked in a Tandoor!!! As my son loves to eat Paneer curries with Roti or naan,these days Paneer appears in my kitchen more frequently.
Tawa Paneer
Ingredients
- Cubed paneer 2 Cup (32 tbs)
- Yogurt 3 Tablespoon (2 - 3 tablespoons)
- Tomato paste 3 Tablespoon , divided (2 - 3 tablespoons)
- Kasoori methi 1 1/2 Teaspoon , finely chopped (Optional)
- Chat masala 1/2 Teaspoon (Optional)
- Cumin 1/2 Teaspoon
- Carrom seeds 1/2 Teaspoon
- Onion 1 Large , finely chopped
- Ginger paste 1/2 Teaspoon
- Garlic paste 1/2 Teaspoon
- Green chili paste 1/2 Teaspoon
- Turmeric powder 1/4 Teaspoon , divided
- Red chili powder 1 Teaspoon
- Coriander powder 1 Teaspoon
- Garam masala 1 Pinch
- Tomato puree 1 Cup (16 tbs) (more or less to prepare dry gravy)
- Fresh cream 4 Tablespoon (3 - 4 tablespoons)
- Salt To Taste
- Coriander leaves 1/4 Cup (4 tbs)
- Oil 1 1/2 Tablespoon , divided
- Chopped bell pepper 1/4 Cup (4 tbs) (red and green)
- Ghee 1/2 Tablespoon
Instructions
GETTING READY
- For the marinade - In a medium bowl, add in yogurt, salt, red chili powder, 1 pinch turmeric powder, tandoor masala, chat masala, fenugreek leaves and tomato paste. Stir well with a spatula.
- Add in paneer and coat well; cover with a lid and let it marinade for 30 – 60 minutes.
MAKING
- For the gravy - In a pan heat oil, add in cumin seeds and let it crackle, followed by the carom seeds.
- Stir in the remaining turmeric powder, followed by the onion and cook for a few seconds.
- Season with salt, ginger paste, garlic paste and green chili paste. Stir well.
- Add in the bell pepper and let it cook for a minute.
- Add in the tomato puree and paste and stir well, pour some water if needed. Season with garam masala and cook for a few minutes and set aside.
- For the tawa paneer – In a flat pan, heat the oil and ghee on medium heat; turn the heat to low and place the paneer. Cook until golden brown from all sides.
- Add paneer back to the gravy and turn on the stove. Stir well and add the cream.
- Garnish with coriander leaves and turn off the stove.
SERVING
- Serve with roti and enjoy.
Notes
Tawa Paneer can be made dry or with gravy just like Paneer Tikka.
