Paneer Butter Masala Recipe | Restaurant-Style Paneer Butter Masala | Easy Indian Curry

Paneer Butter Masala is a rich, creamy, and flavorful North Indian curry made with paneer, tomato gravy, butter, and aromatic spices. This restaurant-style recipe is easy to make at home and pairs perfectly with naan, roti, and jeera rice.

Ingredients

For the gravy

·         2 tbsp butter

·         1 tbsp oil

·         2 medium onions (chopped)

·         3 large tomatoes (chopped)

·         10–12 cashews

·         1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

·         1–2 green chilies

·         1 tsp red chili powder

·         ½ tsp turmeric

·         1 tsp coriander powder

·         1 tsp garam masala

·         1 tsp kasuri methi (crushed)

·         ½ tsp sugar (optional)

·         Salt to taste

For paneer

·         200–250g paneer cubes

·         2 tbsp fresh cream

·         1 tbsp butter (for final finish)

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How to Make Paneer Butter Masala (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Prepare the base

1.      Heat 1 tbsp oil + 1 tbsp butter in a pan.

2.      Add chopped onions and sauté until soft.

3.      Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.

4.      Add tomatoes, cashews, green chilies, and cook for 5–7 minutes.

5.      Let it cool and blend into a smooth paste.

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Step 2: Cook the gravy

1.      Add 1 tbsp butter in the same pan.

2.      Pour the blended paste and cook for 3 minutes.

3.      Add salt, red chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, and garam masala.

4.      Add ½ cup water and mix well.

5.      Cook until the gravy becomes thick and creamy.

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Step 3: Add paneer & finish

1.      Add paneer cubes and mix gently.

2.      Add kasuri methi and fresh cream.

3.      Simmer for 2 minutes on low flame.

4.      Add a small cube of butter on top for glossy finish.

Serving Suggestions

Paneer Butter Masala tastes best with:

·         Naan

·         Butter roti

·         Garlic naan

·         Jeera rice

·         Plain rice

Tips for Best Results

·         Always use fresh paneer for soft texture.

·         Adding cashews gives natural creaminess.

·         Do not overcook paneer — it becomes hard.

·         For extra richness, add 1 tsp honey instead of sugar.

 

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