Recipe

Step-By-Step Paneer Masala Recipe​ with Chukde Spices

Team Chukde

20/10/2024

Paneer Masala is a rich, flavorful curry that tastes just like the ones you get at weddings. With Chukde spices, the taste and aroma double up, making it a recipe worth trying.

Ingredients

For Masala Preparation:

• Paneer
• Ghee – ½ cup
• Chukde sabut dhania – 1 tbsp
• Chukde Cinnamon stick – 1
• Chukde Moti Elaichi – 1
• Chukde Tej Patta – 1
• Chukde sabut jeera – 1 tsp
• Chukde laung– 2
• Green elaichi– 1
• Fennel seeds – 1 tsp
• Methi seeds – ½ tsp
• Red chilli – 3
• Melon seeds – 1 tbsp
• Cashews – 3
• Black pepper – 3
• Javitri – 1
• Turmeric powder – 1 tsp

For Gravy:

• Curd – 1 cup
• Chukde Haldi powder – 1 tsp
• Chukde Dhania powder – 1 tsp
• Chukde Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Kashmiri Lal Mirch powder – 1 tsp
• Chukde Garam Masala – 1 tsp
• Salt to taste

For Tadka:

• Oil – 2 tbsp
• Kalonji – ½ tsp
• Chukde Coriander seeds – 1 tsp
• Chukde Tej Patta – 1
• Onion – 3 (finely chopped)
• Tomato – 2 (finely chopped)
• Green chilli – 2
• Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp
• Hot water – 1 cup
• Coriander leaves – a handful
• Chukde Kasoori Methi – 1 tsp

Preparation

1. Make the Masala Powder

• Dry roast coriander seeds, cinnamon, moti elaichi, tej patta, cumin, cloves, cardamom, fennel, fenugreek, red chilli, melon seeds, cashews, black pepper, and javitri.
• Blend into a fine powder with turmeric.

2. Prepare the Gravy Base

• In a bowl, mix curd, haldi, dhania powder, red chilli, Kashmiri lal mirch, garam masala, and salt.

3. Cook the Curry

• Heat oil, add kalonji, coriander seeds, and tej patta.
• Add onions and cook until golden.
• Add ginger-garlic paste, then chopped tomatoes and green chillies. Cook well.
• Add the curd mixture, followed by hot water.
• Stir in the masala powder prepared earlier.

4. Finish the Dish

• Add paneer cubes, kasoori methi, and coriander leaves.
• Simmer for a few minutes until everything blends well.

Your rich, restaurant-style Paneer Masala is ready to serve!

I have also attached a YouTube video for the same recipe. You can watch it for more clarity:

FAQs

Q. Can I make this recipe without cashews?

Yes, but cashews add creaminess. You can replace them with almonds if you prefer.

Q. What makes this recipe special?

The freshly roasted masala and Chukde spices give it an finest, wedding-style flavor.

Q. Can I replace paneer with other vegetables?

Yes, you can use mushrooms, soya chunks, or mixed vegetables for variation.

Why Choose Chukde Spices?

Chukde spices are natural, unadulterated, and packed with aroma. Using them enhances the taste of your Paneer Masala, making it flavorful and unforgettable.