Food-India.com - Matar Paneer (Green Peas and Cheese Curry)

8 oz. Paneer or extra firm Tofu
12 oz or 1.5 cup green peas or Matar (fresh or frozen)
½ cup yogurt (beaten)
½ cup tomatoes (chopped)
½ cup onions
2-3 green chilly (finely chopped, adjust quantity according to preference)
2 teaspoons cilantro or coriander (chopped)
2 – 3 tablespoon ghee or vegetable oil
Spice:
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 teaspoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon garam masala powder
1 pinch of Asafoetida (optional)
salt to taste

Garnish:
3 teaspoons cilantro or coriander leaves (chopped)

Preparation

1	Make the Paneer (See How Here) and cut in 1 inch cubes.
2	Heat ghee. Fry Paneer or Tofu in ghee until golden light color.
3	Take out.
4	In separate Pan, heat ghee again
5	Add the onions and fry till light golden brown.
6	Add all spices and salt. Stir few seconds.
7	Add tomatoes. Stir again for few minutes.
8	Add yogurt. Simmer 8-10 minutes
10	Add the peas.
11	Few minutes before serving add the fried paneer or Tofu. Stir gently.
12	Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with Indian bread or rice.

Number of Servings: 8-10

Nutritional Analysis

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Something about paneer:

Paneer is a fresh and delicate cottage cheese made from whole milk in India. Paneer is rich in nutrients and making it involves long and complicated procedures.

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