Paneer Pasanda Recipe

Craving a rich and flavorful North Indian dish? Paneer Pasanda is a royal delicacy that combines stuffed paneer with a creamy, aromatic gravy. This restaurant-style recipe is perfect for special occasions and pairs beautifully with naan, roti, or jeera rice. Whether you’re a paneer lover or looking for an indulgent vegetarian dish, this step-by-step guide will help you make the best Paneer Pasanda at home.

Ingredients:

For the Stuffed Paneer:
• 200g paneer (cut into slices)
• 2 tbsp grated paneer
• 1 tbsp chopped cashews
• 1 tbsp raisins
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 2 tbsp corn flour (for coating)
• Oil for shallow frying

For the Gravy:
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 cup fresh cream
• 10-12 cashews (soaked and ground into a paste)
• 1/2 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 cup water

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Stuffed Paneer
1. Mix grated paneer, cashews, raisins, coriander, salt, garam masala, and red chili powder in a bowl.
2. Take a paneer slice, spread some stuffing, and cover with another paneer slice to make a sandwich.
3. Coat the paneer sandwich with cornflour slurry and shallow fry until golden brown. Set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Gravy
1. Heat oil and butter in a pan. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until fragrant.
3. Pour in the tomato puree and cook until oil separates.
4. Add turmeric, red chili, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
5. Stir in cashew paste and cook for a minute.
6. Add cream, garam masala, kasuri methi, and water. Simmer for a few minutes.

Step 3: Assemble and Serve
1. Place the fried paneer pieces in the gravy and simmer for 2 minutes.
2. Garnish with fresh coriander and extra cream.
3. Serve hot with naan, roti, or jeera rice.

Enjoy your delicious Paneer Pasanda! 🍽️
Enjoy the irresistible taste of Paneer Pasanda, a dish that’s sure to impress your family and guests. With its rich, creamy texture and stuffed paneer pockets, this recipe is perfect for festive meals and dinner parties. Try it today and serve it with naan or basmati rice for an authentic restaurant-style experience. Don’t forget to share your feedback and let us know how it turned out!