Matar Paneer
This classic North Indian dish features tender green peas and soft paneer cheese simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato-based gravy. It's a comforting and flavorful vegetarian main course that pairs wonderfully with rice or naan bread.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 55 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 312 kcal
Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 250 gpaneer, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes
- 2 tbspvegetable oil
- 1 pcsyellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbspginger-garlic paste
- 1 pcsgreen chili, minced
- 1 tspground cumin
- 1 tspground coriander
- 0.5 tspturmeric powder
- 1 tspgaram masala
- 400 gtomato puree
- 1 cupwater
- 1 cupgreen pea, fresh or frozen
- 1 tspsalt, or to taste
garnish
- 2 tbspfresh cilantro, chopped(optional)
Equipment
deep pan · large pot
The method
Step by step
- 1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep pan over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 2
Add the paneer cubes and fry until lightly golden on all sides, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the paneer and set aside.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary.
- 3
In the same pot, add the chopped yellow onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
About 7 min
- 4
Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and minced green chili, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
About 1 min
- 5
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, and garam masala. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until the spices are aromatic.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the spices don't burn by keeping the heat moderate.
- 6
Pour in the tomato puree and water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 7
Stir in the green peas and salt. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: If using frozen peas, there's no need to thaw them first.
- 8
Gently fold in the fried paneer cubes and cook for 2-3 minutes more, just until the paneer is heated through.
About 3 min
- 9
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if using, before serving.
About 1 min
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 312.1kcal
- Protein
- 15.4g
- Carbs
- 16.6g
- Fat
- 21g
- Fibre
- 4.6g
- Sugar
- 7.8g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover Matar Paneer in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water if needed, or in the microwave until heated through.
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