India cuisine
Matar Paneer
Creamy peas and tender paneer in a rich tomato sauce, perfect for a comforting Indian lunch.
Matar Paneer is an exquisite blend of creamy green peas and melt-in-your-mouth paneer cubes, simmered in a luscious tomato-based gravy. Its velvety texture and mild spiciness make it a delightful dish to pair with steamed basmati rice or gluten-free naan bread.
Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a frying pan over high heat until it’s shimmering hot. Add the paneer, then turn the heat down a little. Fry until it starts to brown at the edges, then turn it over and brown on each side – the paneer will brown faster than you think, so don’t walk away. Remove the paneer from the pan and drain on kitchen paper.
- 2
Put the ginger, cumin, turmeric, ground coriander and chilli in the pan, and fry everything for 1 min. Add the tomatoes, mashing them with the back of a spoon and simmer everything for 5 mins until the sauce smells fragrant. Add a splash of water if it’s too thick. Season well. Add the peas and simmer for a further 2 mins, then stir in the paneer and sprinkle over the garam masala. Divide between two bowls, top with coriander leaves and serve with naan bread, roti or rice.
FAQ
Is «Matar Paneer» gluten-free?
It may contain gluten — check the ingredients and pick gluten-free alternatives.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Matar Paneer»?
One serving has 660 kcal, 66.6 g carbs, 22.6 g protein and 31.5 g fat. The recipe makes 3 servings.
Is «Matar Paneer» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
Suitable for a carb-controlled diet. Carb load: высокая. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.