Recipe

Restaurant-Style Shahi Paneer Recipe in 20 Minutes at Home

Team Chukde

22/08/2021

Out of all the paneer dishes out there, Shahi Paneer has to be one of the easiest and most royal recipes you can make at home. Unlike some recipes that demand long bhunai (slow cooking) or complicated steps, this one comes together in just 15–20 minutes—and the taste is no less than your favorite restaurant’s!

The process is simple: heat some oil and butter, toss in whole spices, add ginger, garlic, green chilies, cashews, onions, tomatoes, and salt. Cook them for 7–8 minutes, then blend everything with a few ice cubes to get a silky-smooth puree.

Strain the gravy for a smooth finish, simmer it with Kashmiri red chilli powder, and finally add paneer, cream, a pinch of sugar, and of course—Chukde’s Shahi Paneer Masala. Garnish with fresh coriander and you’re done. Serve it hot with naan, laccha paratha, or rice, and you’ll have a royal feast in no time.

The real magic lies in the spices—when you use the finest ones, the flavor naturally upgrades. That’s why go for Chukde spices. They’re fresh, aromatic, and add that restaurant-style depth to home cooking.
You can also watch mawa restaurant style shahi paneer recipe video on Youtube:

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Paneer – 350g
• Butter – 2 tbsp
• Oil – 1 tbsp
• Whole spices (green cardamom, tej patta, black pepper, sabut jeera)
• Ginger, garlic, green chilies
• Cashews – 20–25
• Onions – 2–3
• Tomatoes – 2
• Salt to taste
• Coriander powder, turmeric, red chilli powder
• Kashmiri red chilli powder
• Malai (cream) – 1 tbsp
• Shahi Paneer Masala – 1 tsp
• Sugar – ½ tsp
• Fresh coriander leaves

FAQs

Q. Can I skip cashews in Shahi Paneer?

Yes, but they give the gravy its signature creaminess. You can replace them with almonds or melon seeds if needed.

Q. How do I make the gravy silky smooth?

Blend the cooked masala with ice cubes and then strain it before cooking further. This step ensures a restaurant-like texture.

Q. Can I prepare this ahead of time?

Yes! You can make the gravy base in advance and refrigerate it. Just reheat, add paneer and cream before serving.

Next time you crave something indulgent yet easy, try this restaurant-style Shahi Paneer. With the right spices—especially Chukde—you’ll surprise yourself with how good homemade food can taste.