Recipe: Preparation of Paneer Makhani

Paneer makhani is a delicious vegetarian recipe which holds good nutritional value. It is usually prepared in a simple way cooked in rich gravy of tomatoes, butter and cream. By following the below mentioned method of preparation, enjoy its delicious taste with your friends and family.

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

1/2 kg paneer tikka or you can use paneer chunks also
2 Tbsp butter
1 tsp oil
1 tsp kala jeera (black cumin)
1 cup tomato puree
Salt - to taste
3/4 cup cream
A few strips of green chillies, cut lengthwise, for garnish

Method of preparation:

Heat the butter and oil, and when the butter melts, add the kala jeera and then the tomato puree and cook over high heat.
 
Stir a few times, till the mixture comes to a boil, and then simmer till the puree splutters.
 
Add the salt and paneer and turn around a few times till coated with the puree and heated through.

Add the cream and turn around a few times till well blended and hot.
 
Serve immediately, garnished with the green chillies.

Tip: If serving later, add the cream and shut off the heat, and re-heat and proceed with the rest, later.

By Lizitha