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Methi Paneer Malai Gravy Recipe

A flavorful and rich gravy made with paneer and fenugreek leaves.

Course Indian Side
Cuisine Indian
Keyword Paneer , Methi, gravy
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Author PJ

Ingredients

  • 2 numbers Onion,Roughly chopped
  • 2 numbers Tomato , Roughly chopped
  • 10 numbers Almonds
  • 5 numbers Cashew nuts
  • 1 teaspoon Poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 2 cups Fenugreek leaves, chopped, tightly packed
  • 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 200 grams Paneer, cubed
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cream

Instructions

  1. In a microwave proof bowl , take onion, tomato,a little water and microwave for 5 minutes or till the onion is soft. Drain the water and blend without adding water.

  2. Soak almonds, cashews and poppy seeds in warm water for 15 minutes.

  3. Take the soaked almonds, cashews and poppy seeds in a blender jar and grind to a smooth paste.

  4. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. When it splutters, add the chopped fenugreek leaves and saute till it shrinks a bit.

  5. Add the tomato-onion paste, coriander powder, chili powder and turmeric powder. Mix well.

  6. Add a little water to adjust the consistency of the gravy.Add salt.

  7. Put in the nut paste and cubed panner, give it a mix. Switch off the heat and add fresh cream.

  8. Mix well and transfer into a serving bowl

  9. Serve as a side with Roti / Chapathi