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Paneer Butter Masala with Naan

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.

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·By Troy·
Paneer Butter Masala with Naan
Prep
30 min
Cook
1 h 30 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Paneer

  1. 1

    Mix Paneer with Spices

    In a bowl, mix paneer cubes with a pinch of salt and turmeric.

  2. 2

    Rest the Paneer

    Let it rest for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.

  3. 3

    Prep Other Ingredients

    Meanwhile, prepare the other ingredients.

Preparing the Naan Dough

  1. 1

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  2. 2

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Add yogurt and oil, and mix until fully incorporated.

  3. 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. 1

    Sautéing Onions

    Heat butter and oil in a pan, add onions, and cook until golden brown.

  2. 2

    Cooking the Curry Base

    Add ginger-garlic paste, tomato puree, and spices; cook until oil separates.

  3. 3

    Final Simmer

    Add paneer, cream, and kasuri methi; simmer for 5 minutes, adjusting salt to taste.

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