In a nutshell, Kadai Paneer is a paneer recipe made in Kadai (Indian wok). Hence the name Kadai Paneer. You can make it dry or in the form of curry. It is made by adding tomatoes, bell peppers, onions in Kadai. The prominent flavor comes from the freshly grounded Kadai Masala. But you can also add Garam Masala to save time.