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North Indian · Vegetarian

Matar Paneer.

Green peas and paneer in a comforting tomato gravy.

◷ ~40 min4 servingsCurry Table version
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

A little context.

Frozen peas usually need less cooking than fresh peas.

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CURRY TABLE · HOME-STYLE RECIPE

Matar Paneer

~40 minutes estimated. Frozen peas usually need less cooking than fresh peas.

Servings4

US weights are ounces by weight; liquids are US fluid ounces. Values are rounded. Scaling changes ingredient quantities, not cooking time, pan size, or seasoning judgement.

Ingredients

Method

  1. 01

    Heat the oil over medium heat in a heavy pan. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until softened and golden at the edges.

  2. 02

    Stir in ginger and garlic for about a minute. Add tomatoes, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder if using, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the mixture thickens.

  3. 03

    Add peas and water to the cooked masala. Cover and simmer until the peas are tender.

  4. 04

    Fold in paneer and garam masala. Warm through gently, then adjust the sauce consistency.

THE CURRY TABLE TOUCH · OPTIONAL VARIATION

Fresh mint at the table

Add: 1 tbsp fresh mint, finely sliced

Fold half the mint into the hot curry off the heat and scatter the rest over each bowl. Add it at serving time for a fresher aroma.

A suggested variation. Try a small portion first; the planner uses the main recipe only.
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