Exotic Indian Kadai Paneer with Green Bell Peppers

Name: Exotic Indian Kadai Paneer with Green Bell Peppers
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Coriander seeds; Cumin seeds; Fennel seeds; Dried red chilies; Paneer; Green bell peppers; Vegetable oil; Ginger-garlic paste; Onions; Tomatoes; Turmeric powder; Red chili powder; Salt; Fresh coriander leaves; Fresh cream; Fresh coriander leaves

A rich and flavorful Indian vegetarian dish featuring paneer and vibrant bell peppers.

This exotic Kadai Paneer blends aromatic spices with fresh bell peppers and paneer cubes to create a harmonious and colorful main course that's perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

1 h
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Kadai Masala

Coriander seeds

1 tablespoon

Cumin seeds

1 teaspoon

Fennel seeds

1 teaspoon

Dried red chilies

For the Kadai Paneer

Paneer

400 grams — cut into cubes

Green bell peppers

2 large — sliced

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Ginger-garlic paste

1 teaspoon

Onions

2 medium — finely chopped

Tomatoes

2 large — pureed

Turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon

Red chili powder

1 teaspoon

Salt

To taste

Fresh coriander leaves

for garnish

For the Garnish

Fresh cream

1 tablespoon

Fresh coriander leaves

Preparation

Preparing the Kadai Masala

Dry roast spices

Dry roast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and dried red chilies in a pan until aromatic.

Grind spices

Allow them to cool, then grind to a coarse powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.

Preparing the Kadai Paneer

Heat oil and sauté paste

Heat oil in a kadai or large pan over medium heat. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Avoid overcooking the spices to prevent bitterness.

Cook onions

Add chopped onions and cook until they turn golden brown.

Use fresh tomatoes for pureeing to enhance the dish's flavor.

Cooking Process

Making the Sauce

Add tomato puree to the onions and cook until the oil separates.

Seasoning

Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt; cook for another 2 minutes.

Adding Paneer & Peppers

Mix in the green bell peppers and paneer cubes, followed by the ground Kadai Masala. Cook together for 5 minutes.

Plating & Serving