Paneer Afghani Recipe | Afghani Paneer

Step 1

Cut the paneer into small stripes or cubes and set aside. To marinate the paneer cheese, add oil, salt, black pepper, ginger garlic paste, chopped coriander leaves, and asafetida. Shake or mix to coat the paneer with marinade. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 2

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Step 3

To make green paste, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add ginger, garlic, green chili, and sauté for a few seconds. Then add sliced onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add coriander leaves and sauté for a few seconds. Then turn off the heat and cook for 1 minute. Keep it aside to cool.

Step 4

Once cooled, add soaked cashews, fried onion, ginger, garlic and coriander mixture and water to a blender. Blend to make smooth paste.

Step 5

Transfer the paste to a mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup of water, 1/3 cup fresh cream, 1 cup yogurt, coriander powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, Kasuri methi, and salt to taste. Whisk well until combined. Keep it aside.

Step 6

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Step 7

Add 2 teaspoons of green paste to paneer and mix well. Keep it aside for 5 minutes to marinate.

Step 8

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Step 9

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wide non-stick pan. Add marinated paneer to the pan in a single layer and roast on medium-high heat until charred and cooked. Flip the paneer pieces and cook from other side until cooked. Transfer cooked paneer to a plate and set it aside.

Step 10

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Step 11

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in the same pan. Then add bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, green cardamom, and cloves. Sauté for a few seconds or until fragrant.

Step 12

Add in the chopped ginger and sauté for 30 seconds. Then add green paste and mix well. Add garam masala powder and mix again. At this point you can add consistency. Let it come to a boil and cover the pan with the lid.

Step 13

Cook on low heat for 10-12 minutes or until it reaches the desired consistency, while stirring occasionally. Add coriander leaves and mix well.

Step 14

Transfer the green gravy to a bowl. Top with grated paneer, fresh cream, chopped coriander leaves and paneer pieces. Serve hot with naan or rice.

Step 15

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Step 16

ENJOY THIS RECIPE.