How to Make Shahi Paneer at Home: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Shahi Paneer known as Mughlai Paneer. This recipe made two ways, first is without tomato (old style) second is with tomato. Shahi Paneer is creamy and tasteful North Indian meal, Shahi Paneer maded with soft paneer cube, gravy made with tomato, onion, cashews and cream. Spices such as cardamom, clove and cinnamon. Shahi Paneer offers perfect tanginess, sweetness and spice. It made in festivals, special days and celebrations. Shahi Paneer pair perfectly with naan, roti and rice.

• Ingredients of Recipe

- 250 gm of Paneer Cube

- 12-15 cashew soaked in warm water

- 3 medium size chopped onion

- 4-5 clove minced garlic

- 1 inch grated ginger

- 2 green chili

- ½ cup fresh cream

- ½ cup milk

- 2 tablespoon butter or ghee

- 2 tablespoon oil

- 1 teaspoon cumin seed

- 1 small piece cinnamon stick

- 2 green cardamom

- 3-4 cloves

- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder

- 1 tsp red chili powder

- 1 tsp coriander powder

- 1 tsp garam masala

- Salte to Taste

- 1 tsp crushed kasturi methi (fenugreek leave)

- Fresh Coriander Leave

• Instruction of Recipe

Step 1: Prepare Cashew Paste

- Soak cashew in warm water for 15 minutes.

- Blend cashew to smooth paste using little water.

Step 2: Cook Base

- Heat oil and butter in pan.

- Add cumin seed, cinnamon, cardamom and clove and saute.

Step 3: Saute Onion and Tomato

- Add onion and saute.

- Add ginger, garlic and green chili for 2 minute.

- Add chopped tomato and cook until smooth and oil seprate.

Step 4: Add Spice and Cashew Paste

- Add turmeric powder, red chili, coriander powder and salt, mix all.

- Mix cashew paste and cook 2-3 minute until mixture become smooth.

Step 5: Blend Gravy

- Cool mixture slightly and blend until smooth using blender. Return in to pan.

Step 6: Simmer Gravy

- Add milk and cream, mix continuously for avoid curdling.

- Simmer 5 minutes on low heat.

Step 7: Cook Paneer

- Add paneer cube in gravy. Mix and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8: Increase Flavor

- Add garam masala, add crushed kasturi methi, mix all.

Step 9: Garnish and Serve

- Garnish shahi paneer with coriander leave. Serve hot and enjoy with roti, naan or rice.

• Nutrition Information of Recipe

- Calories: 290 kcal

- Protein: 9g

- Carbs: 10g

- Fat: 23g

- Fiber: 2g

- Calcium: 150mg

• Time Management of Recipe

Preparation Time of Recipes: 15 minute

Cook Time of Recipes: 25 minute

Total Time of Recipe: 40 minute

• Tips and Tricks of Recipe

1. Paneer Quality: Use fresh paneer for best taste and texture. Soak store bought paneer in warm water for 10 minutes, it makes paneer soft.

2. Creamy Gravy: Use fresh cream and soak cashew for smooth, rich texture. Avoid over cooking.

3. Balance Spice: Use spices according your taste. Shahi Paneer should have mild.

4. Kasturi Methi: Adding kasturi methi is increase aroma and taste.

5. Raisins: You can add 1 tablespoon raisin with onion. It gives tart flavor and natural sweetness.

6. Serving: Serve and enjoy hot for best experience.

• FAQs

Q1 Can I make Shahi Paneer without cashew?

Ans: Yes, use almonds or melon seed for similar creamy texture.

Q2 How can I make vegan?

Ans: Use tofu, use coconut and use almond or cashew milk for vegan Shahi Paneer.

Q3 What pair best with shahi paneer?

Ans: Shahi Paneer pair best with naan, roti, paratha or rice.

All the Best!