Paneer Tikka Masala

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This easy paneer tikka masala goes well with naan or basmati rice.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter

  • 1 pound paneer, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped

  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped

  • 2 medium jalapeno peppers, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon ground cashews

  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste

  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste

  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander

  • 1 teaspoon garam masala

  • 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce

  • 1 pint half-and-half

  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add paneer; cook and stir until golden, about 5 minutes. Add onions, bell pepper, jalapeños, ground cashews, garlic paste, ginger paste, cayenne pepper, cumin, coriander, and garam masala; cook and stir until well combined and fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. Mix tomato sauce, half-and-half, and salt into paneer mixture; simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

323 Calories
23g Fat
17g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 323
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g 29%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Sodium 1225mg 53%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 14g 29%
Vitamin C 28mg 31%
Calcium 176mg 14%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 576mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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