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Paneer Butter Masala with Naan

Name: Paneer Butter Masala with Naan
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Paneer, 250g, cubed; Butter, 3 tablespoons; Oil, 2 tablespoons; Onion, 1 large, finely chopped; Tomatoes, 3 large, pureed; Ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon; Garam masala, 1 teaspoon; Turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon; Red chili powder, 1 teaspoon; Cream, 100 ml; Salt, to taste; Kasuri methi, 1 tablespoon, crushed; All-purpose flour, 2 cups; Baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon; Baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon; Salt, 1/2 teaspoon; Yogurt, 3/4 cup; Oil, 1 tablespoon; Water, as needed; Butter, for brushing; Coriander leaves, 2 tablespoons, chopped; Lemon wedges; Plain yogurt or raita; Pickled onions

A classic Indian dish featuring soft cubes of paneer simmered in a rich, creamy tomato gravy with homemade naan to scoop up all the deliciousness.

4.5(426 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·July 1, 2025

Paneer Butter Masala with Naan — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

Paneer Butter Masala

Naan

Garnishing

Serving

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 781 kcal
Protein: 22.5 g
Carbs: 53 g
Fat: 55.5 g
Fiber: 4.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3125 kcal
Protein: 90 g
Carbs: 212 g
Fat: 222 g
Fiber: 17 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Paneer 250g, cubed	725	50	15	55	0
Butter 3 tablespoons	305	0	0	34	0
Oil 2 tablespoons	240	0	0	27	0
Onion 1 large, finely chopped	45	1	11	0	2
Tomatoes 3 large, pureed	66	3	14	0	4
Ginger-garlic paste 1 teaspoon	5	0	1	0	0
Garam masala 1 teaspoon	10	0	2	0	1
Turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon	5	0	1	0	0
Red chili powder 1 teaspoon	6	0	1	0	1
Cream 100 ml	195	1	6	20	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Kasuri methi 1 tablespoon, crushed	6	1	1	0	1
All-purpose flour 2 cups	910	25	190	2	6
Baking powder 1/2 teaspoon	1	0	0	0	0
Baking soda 1/4 teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0
Salt 1/2 teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0
Yogurt 3/4 cup	110	6	9	7	0
Oil 1 tablespoon	120	0	0	14	0
Water as needed	0	0	0	0	0
Butter for brushing	48	0	0	5	0
Coriander leaves 2 tablespoons, chopped	1	0	0	0	0
Lemon wedges	5	0	2	0	0
Plain yogurt or raita	30	2	3	1	0
Pickled onions	40	1	4	0	2

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Paneer

1
Mix Paneer with Spices
In a bowl, mix paneer cubes with a pinch of salt and turmeric.
2
Rest the Paneer
Let it rest for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
3
Prep Other Ingredients
Meanwhile, prepare the other ingredients.

Preparing the Naan Dough

1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2
Add Wet Ingredients
Add yogurt and oil, and mix until fully incorporated.
3
Form the Dough
Gradually add water to form a soft, pliable dough, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

How to Make Paneer Butter Masala with Naan

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sautéing Onions
Heat butter and oil in a pan, add onions, and cook until golden brown.
2
Cooking the Curry Base
Add ginger-garlic paste, tomato puree, and spices; cook until oil separates.
3
Final Simmer
Add paneer, cream, and kasuri methi; simmer for 5 minutes, adjusting salt to taste.