Paneer Makhani
History of Paneer Makhani
Paneer Makhani, sometimes called Paneer Butter Masala, is a very popular and delicious Indian dish. The history of this dish is not found in any books, but it is said that it originated from the royal palaces of Delhi and Punjab.
In the 1950s and 1960s, a chef in a prominent hotel in Delhi created a new recipe in which paneer was cooked in makhani sauce. For this unique taste it was named “Paneer Makhani”.
The specialty of Paneer Makhani is that it contains a mixture of butter and cream in a delicious tomato gravy which gives a unique and royal taste. It has become a part of Indian cuisine and is popular worldwide.
Paneer Makhani can also be made at home and is a great and tasty option to please everyone.
Ingredients List
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Paneer (cottage cheese) | 250 grams |
| Tomatoes | 3 medium-sized |
| Cashews | 1/4 cup |
| Butter | 2 tablespoons |
| Cream | 1/2 cup |
| Onion | 1 large, finely chopped |
| Ginger-Garlic Paste | 1 tablespoon |
| Red Chili Powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Turmeric Powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Garam Masala | 1 teaspoon |
| Kasuri Methi (optional) | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | to taste |
| Sugar | 1 teaspoon |
| Water | as needed |
| Fresh Coriander Leaves | for garnish |
Feel free to adjust the quantities according to your preferences, and enjoy making Paneer Makhani!
Paneer Makhani Recipe
1. Ingredients
- 250 grams cheese
- 2 onions (grated)
- 2 tomatoes (pureed)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt as per taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
2. Make in a pan
Heat butter, add onion and fry until golden.
Now add ginger-garlic paste and fry.
Add tomato puree, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and salt.
Mix all the ingredients well and cook until smooth.
3. Include Paneer
Add Paneer to the sifted mixture and mix well.
Add cream and cook on simmer for half an hour.
4.Garnish and serve
Add garam masala and mix the mixture well.
Add some cream again and serve.
Your Paneer Makhani is ready! Serve it with naan or rice.
Nutrition facts
Nutrition facts for Paneer Makhani can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes, but here’s a general table for a standard recipe
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~300 kcal |
| Protein | 15g |
| Carbohydrates | 10g |
| Sugars | 6g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g |
| Fat | 23g |
| Saturated Fat | 12g |
| Cholesterol | 60mg |
| Sodium | 600mg |
| Potassium | 400mg |
These values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes. Always check the nutritional content of individual ingredients and adjust based on your recipe.