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Paneer Tikka Masala Gravy

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Paneer Tikka Masala Gravy is an aromatic and flavorful dish made by adding marinated & grilled paneer pieces in onion- tomato curry, with some aromatic spices. It tastes best when served with Garlic Naan, or Cumin Rice.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Resting time 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6 People
Calories 316 kcal

Equipment

Kadai
Bamboo Skewers
Blender

Ingredients
  

Marination:

For Onion-Tomato Masala:

For Curry:

Instructions
 

Marination:

  • Take a bowl and add 3-4 tablespoons of Greek Yogurt or Hung Yogurt. Whisk yogurt until smooth, and add ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, Tandoori Masala, and Kasuri Methi.
    (Note: If you don't have greek Yogurt, you can use Hung Yogurt. Place 5-6 tablespoon of regular yogurt in a muslin cloth. and let it sit for 5-6 hours until the you're left with thick yogurt).
  • Next add big paneer pieces, onions, and bell peppers. Also, add mustard oil and lemon juice. Stir the ingredients until Paneer, onions, and bell peppers are properly coated. Cover the bowl and let it sit for marination for 30 minutes or more (if time persists).
    (Note: ).
    Make sure you marinate the big pieces of paneer, bell peppers, and onions. If you add big pieces in skewers for grilling, they will not break and the tikkas will be made more properly.

Making Paneer Tikka:

  • Once the paneer pieces are marinated and then thread them in the skewer. You can use a bamboo skewer or metal skewer.
  • Grill The Paneer Tikka until charred.
    In Air Fryer: Add the skewer in Air Fryer Skewer accessory, and Air Fry for 8- 10 minutes till they turn a bit charred.
    In Panini Pan: Spray Oil and add skewers ito the pan. Keep turning the skewers so that all sides are cooked evenly and are browned. Cooking in Panini Pan gives nice brown color to the pieces.
    In Conventional Oven: Preheat the oven for at least 15- 20 minutes before adding skewers at 450 degrees. Bake for 10 minute, then change the setting to Broil. Broil Tikkas for 2-3 minutes, till they turn a bit charred.
  • Once the paneer is done then cut the big pieces of paneer, onion, and bell peppers into small bite-sized pieces.

For Onion-Tomato Masala:

  • In a pan, add oil. When oil is hot, add onion and fry until they start to change the color. Also, add green cardamom and cloves.
  • Then add tomatoes and cook until tomatoes turn soft & mushy. Then blend it until it is pureed.

For Making Curry:

  • Add oil to the pan again. Add ginger, garlic, and green chili (optional) when oil is hot, and saute for 1 minute. Then add finely chopped onions and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to change the color.
  • Then add chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-5 minutes until they turn soft & mushy. Then add spices and blended onion-tomato Masala.
  • Cook for 5 minutes at low heat or until you get desired consistency. Then add paneer tikka, cream or cashew cream, and Kasuri methi. Mix and serve with rice or naan.

Notes

For extra color to the marinade, you can also add Paprika along with Mustard Oil. This combination gives a nice color and also gives a nice smoky flavor to Tikka.
I usually grill the paneer pieces in skewers in either Air Fryer or Conventional Oven or even in Panini Pan, but you can also shallow fry all the pieces if you don't have skewers.
HOW TO STORE IT
You can store it in the refrigerator or freezer; the taste will remain the same. You can store leftover Paneer Tikka Masala Gravy in the fridge for 3-5 days. And in the freezer in a container for 1-2 months. Before using the frozen Paneer Tikka Masala, just thaw and heat it in the microwave or in a pan on the stove-top until hot
WHAT TO SERVE IT WITH?
You can serve Paneer Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan or steamed rice. My favorite option is garlic naan with green chutney on the side.
HOW TO MAKE IT VEGAN?
Indian recipes are versatile, so you can change them as per your taste & flavor. For example, you can replace Paneer with Tofu to make it vegan. And you can also add coconut milk instead of cream and almond/cashew paste. With only almond paste, the curry feels creamy, but to make it creamier, you can add coconut milk.
Nutrition Facts
Paneer Tikka Masala Gravy
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
316
Calories from Fat 243
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
27
g
42
%
Saturated Fat
 
13
g
81
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
56
mg
19
%
Sodium
 
56
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
391
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
 
11
g
4
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
6
g
7
%
Protein
 
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
 
1766
IU
35
%
Vitamin C
 
42
mg
51
%
Calcium
 
217
mg
22
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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