Paneer Tikka Masala Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 (16 oz) package panir
3/4 tbsp salt
1 tsp red chili powder
2 inches fresh ginger, finely diced
1 tbsp plain yogurt
3 tbsp oil (for frying )
2 large tomatoes
5 small green chilies
1 green pepper, chopped
1/2 tsp cumin seed
1/2 tsp asafetida powder
2 -3 bay leaves
1 tbsp coriander powder
1/2 tbsp turmeric
1/2 tsp sugar
1 tsp cornstarch , disolved in
2 tbsp water
2 tsp garam masala
1 bunch cilantro, chopped

Directions:

Slice the paneer about 1/4 inch thick into 1-inch squares. Put into bowl and mix in ginger, salt, red chili powder, coriander, and yogurt. Marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Blend the tomatoes and green chiles into a paste. Set aside.
Over medium heat with oil, gently fry the marinated paneer for about 2-3 minutes. Remove paneer and set aside.
For Gravy: Add additional oil if needed. Fry cumin seeds until they sizzle. Add asafetida and bay leaves. Fry for about 10 seconds and then add chopped green pepper. Fry for another 2-3 minutes.
Add the blended tomatoes, coriander powder, turmeric, and sugar. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on low heat. Add cornstarch mixture and garam masala and cook for another 2 minutes.
Gently stir in paneer and allow to cook for 5 minutes more. Remove from heat and add two big handfuls of cilantro. Serve over basmati rice.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	149.88 Kcal (628 kJ)
Calories from fat	95.39 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	10.6g	16%
Cholesterol	0.5mg	0%
Sodium	1332.64mg	56%
Potassium	532.59mg	11%
Total Carbs	12.83g	4%
Sugars	6.77g	27%
Dietary Fiber	3.19g	13%
Protein	2.79g	6%
Vitamin C	176.3mg	294%
Iron	1.5mg	8%
Calcium	41.6mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	55.84 Kcal (234 kJ)
Calories from fat	35.54 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.95g	16%
Cholesterol	0.19mg	0%
Sodium	496.52mg	56%
Potassium	198.43mg	11%
Total Carbs	4.78g	4%
Sugars	2.52g	27%
Dietary Fiber	1.19g	13%
Protein	1.04g	6%
Vitamin C	65.7mg	294%
Iron	0.5mg	8%
Calcium	15.5mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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