Creamy Methi Paneer

The fenugreek [kasuri methi] is known as a wonder herb,which helps digestion,reduce cholestrol etc.Paneer is protein rich.Now a combination of these two in the following recipe gives a delicious and aromatic dish.

Ingredients:

• Paneer  200 gms
• Dry Fenugreek leaves [kasuri methi]   4 tbsp [dry]
• Fresh cream  1/2 cup
• Cashew nut  6-8 pcs
• Green Peas  1/2 cup
• Onion   2/3 pcs
• Garam masala  1/4 tsp
• Cinnamon [dalchini]  1/2 pc
• Black cardamom  2 pcs
• Cloves  3-4 pcs
• Pepper powder  1/4 tsp
• Red chilli powder  1/4 tsp
• Green chilli  6 pcs
• Salt to the taste
• Sugar  1/2 tsp
• Refined oil  2 tbsp
• Milk  1 cup

Preparation:

• Grind slightly the Cashewnut  to get small pieces.
• Cut paneer into small square pieces and dip in warm water for 15-20 minutes.
• Grate the onion.
• Boil the Peas.
• Grind mildly [dardara] separately dalchini,clove and black cardamom.
• Cut the chillies lengthwise.

Method:

1. Heat the ghee in a pan,lower the flame.Add grated onion and fry on a very low heat till it turns pink [ not red ].
2. Add grated cinnamon powder,cardamom and red chilly powder,mix well.
3. Add kasuri methi,saute for a few seconds.Then add cream.Mix well and fry on a low flame for 2-3 minutes till cream becomes dry.
4. Now add boiled peas, paneer pieces and cashew nut pieces,mix well and fry for 2 minutes on low heat.
5. Further add milk,salt and sugar.Mix and cook for 2-3 minutes.Close the flame.
6. Add garam masala and green chilly.Mix and leave the pan covered.

  The methi paneer is ready.Garnish and serve hot.

Garnish with cream.

Ideal companions : naan,missi roti or paratha.

Serves 4