New Year’s Eve is a time for joy and excitement, and what better way to celebrate than with a special dish? Shahi Paneer is a dish that can make any occasion feel special. It’s delicious and royal, and you don’t need to be a master chef to make it. Just a little creativity and the right ingredients are all you need. Let’s learn how to make this easy Shahi Paneer recipe that you can enjoy with your family and friends on New Year’s Eve.
Ingredients:
* Paneer (200 grams) – cut into cubes
* Onion (1 large) – finely chopped
* Tomatoes (2) – pureed
* Ginger-Garlic Paste (1 tablespoon)
* Cashews (10-12) – ground
* Milk (1 cup)
* Yogurt (2 tablespoons)
* Cream (2 tablespoons)
* Garam Masala (1/2 teaspoon)
* Green Cardamom (2-3)
* Cloves (2)
* Cinnamon (1 inch piece)
* Turmeric Powder (1/4 teaspoon)
* Red Chili Powder (1/2 teaspoon)
* Fresh Coriander (for garnish)
* Oil or Ghee (2 tablespoons)
* Salt (to taste)
Let’s Get Cooking! 1. Prepare the Spices: Heat oil or ghee in a pan and add cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon. Let them sizzle. 2. Fry the Onions: Add finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown. Then add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a few minutes. 3. Add Tomatoes and Spices: Now add the tomato puree and all the spices like turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala. Cook until the oil separates from the spices.4. Cashew Paste: Add the cashew paste and mix well. Then add yogurt and milk, and bring to a boil. This will thicken the gravy. 5. Add Paneer: Gently add the paneer cubes to the gravy. Don’t stir too much, as you don’t want to break the paneer. Let the paneer cook for 5-7 minutes. 6. Cream and Garnish: Add the cream and mix well. The cream makes the dish even more creamy and luxurious. 7. Serve Hot: Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.
Serving Tips: Serve Shahi Paneer with roti, naan, or jeera rice. You can enjoy this dish at a special dinner party or on New Year’s Eve with your family and friends. This dish is not only delicious but its creamy and spicy flavors will make everyone happy.
