Bangladeshi Paneer Bhuna with Fresh Coriander Leaves

Name: Bangladeshi Paneer Bhuna with Fresh Coriander Leaves
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp coriander seeds; 2 dried red chilies; 1 small cinnamon stick; 400g paneer; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 medium onions; 3 cloves garlic; 1-inch piece ginger; 2 medium tomatoes; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves; 1 lemon

A flavorful paneer dish simmered with aromatic spices and herbs.

Explore a classic Bangladeshi delicacy featuring soft paneer cubes cooked in a rich, spicy sauce, perfectly balanced with fresh coriander leaves.

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Spice Mix

1 tsp cumin seeds

1 tsp coriander seeds

2 dried red chilies

1 small cinnamon stick

For the Paneer

400g paneer

cut into cubes

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1/2 tsp turmeric powder

For the Bhuna Sauce

2 tbsp vegetable oil

2 medium onions

finely sliced

3 cloves garlic

minced

1-inch piece ginger

grated

2 medium tomatoes

chopped

1/2 cup water

For Garnish and Serving

1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves

chopped

1 lemon

wedges

Preparation

Preparing the Spice Mix

Roast Spices

Dry roast cumin, coriander seeds, dried chilies, and cinnamon in a pan until fragrant.

Grind Spices

Let them cool, then grind into a fine powder.

Preparing the Paneer

Heat Oil

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

If paneer feels hard, soak paneer in warm water for 10 minutes before cooking.

Add Paneer and Turmeric

Add paneer cubes and sprinkle with turmeric.

Sauté Paneer

Sauté until golden, then set aside.

Ensure the paneer does not overcook to maintain its softness.

Cooking Process

Sauté Aromatics

In the same pan, add oil and cook onions, garlic, and ginger until golden brown.

Develop Sauce

Stir in tomatoes, ground spice mix, and water. Cook until the sauce thickens.

Final Simmer

Gently add sautéed paneer to the sauce, simmer for 5-7 minutes.

Plating & Serving