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North Indian · Vegetarian

Paneer Tikka Masala.

Seared yogurt-spiced paneer in a creamy tomato sauce.

◷ ~55 min4 servingsCurry Table version
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CURRY TABLE · HOME-STYLE RECIPE

Paneer Tikka Masala

~55 minutes estimated. A skillet version does not reproduce tandoor cooking; expect a different char.

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

    Before making the sauce, coat paneer and pepper in yogurt and half the garam masala. Refrigerate while preparing the base.

  2. 02

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

  3. 03

    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.

  4. 04

    Sear paneer and peppers in a separate nonstick pan, turning carefully, until colored at the edges.

  5. 05

    Add water, cream, and remaining garam masala to the tomato base. Fold in seared paneer and peppers and heat through.

THE CURRY TABLE TOUCH · OPTIONAL VARIATION

Smoked-paprika yogurt

Add: 0.25 tsp smoked paprika

Mix the paprika into the recipe’s yogurt before coating the paneer. It adds a smoky note; it does not reproduce a tandoor.

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