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Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe

Paneer Jalfrezi is a flavourful curry made with paneer, onion, bellpepper tossed in a spicy tangy masala. The paneer gets coated well with the masala making it taste irresistibly good in every bite. It is served with roti, naan or even rice for lunch and dinner. The combination of soft paneer and crunchy vegetables make this dish enjoyable to eat. This restaurant style recipe is a must try for all paneer lovers!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings2
AuthorSharmilee J

Ingredients

  • 200 grams paneer cut into thick strips
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 green chilli
  • 1 red chilli
  • ¼ cup onion finely chopped
  • 1 heaped teaspoon ginger garlic paste
  • 2 medium sized tomatoes pureed
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
  • ½ teaspoon coriander powder
  • ¾ teaspoon garam masala powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup onion chopped lengthwise
  • 1 cup bell pepper chopped lengthwise
  • 1 teaspoon kasoori methi
  • 1 tablespoon coriander leaves finely chopped
  • water as needed
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoon oil add ½ teaspoon cumin seeds let it splutter. Add 1 green chilli and 1 red chilli.
  • Give a quick saute. Add ¼ cup onion finely chopped along with 1 heaped teaspoon ginger garlic paste and salt to taste.
  • Saute until it turns golden.
  • Add 2 medium sized tomatoes pureed.
  • Cook covered until raw smell of tomatoes leave. Now add ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon red chilli powder, ½ teaspoon coriander powder and ¾ teaspoon garam masala powder.
  • Give a quick mix and add little water to avoid burning of spice powders.
  • Let it boil for a minute then add ¼ teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon tomato sauce and 1 teaspoon lemon juice and mix well.
  • Add 1 cup onion chopped lengthwise and 1 cup bell pepper chopped lengthwise.
  • Give a quick mix.
  • Add 200 grams paneer cut into thick strips along with 1 teaspoon kasoori methi crushed.
  • Mix gently without breaking paneer. Finally add 1 tablespoon coriander leaves finely chopped mix well and switch off.
  • Serve hot with roti, rice etc!

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Notes

  • Vegetables – Keep onion and capsicum slightly crunchy and do not overcook them. This gives good texture while eating and vegetables taste more fresh.
  • Cook masala – I usually cook tomato puree until raw smell leaves and masala thickens little. This gives better flavor and taste to dish.
  • Overcook – Add paneer towards the end and cook only for few minutes. If cooked for long time, paneer may become little hard and chewy. Toss gently to avoid breaking it.
  • Adjust Spice – You can just increase or reduce chilli powder based on your taste.
  • Fresh Serving – I prefer serving this dish immediately after making as vegetables stay crisp and taste good.
Nutrition Facts
Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe
Amount Per Serving (75 g)
Calories 524 Calories from Fat 360
% Daily Value*
Fat 40g62%
Saturated Fat 16g100%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 66mg22%
Sodium 184mg8%
Potassium 723mg21%
Carbohydrates 27g9%
Fiber 7g29%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 18g36%
Vitamin A 3920IU78%
Vitamin C 156mg189%
Calcium 546mg55%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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