Paneer Tofani

Paneer Tofani is a delicious and spicy Indian paneer curry with a rich, creamy gravy. Here’s how you can make it at home:

Ingredients

For the Paneer Marinade:

• 200g paneer (cubed)
• 2 tbsp curd (yogurt)
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp cornflour

For the Gravy:

• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tomatoes (pureed)
• ½ cup capsicum (diced)
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp garam masala
• ½ cup fresh cream
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tbsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh coriander (chopped)

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate & Fry the Paneer

1. In a bowl, mix curd, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, ginger-garlic paste, salt, and cornflour.
2. Add the paneer cubes and coat well. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
3. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan and lightly fry the paneer cubes until golden brown. Set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Gravy

1. Heat oil and butter in a pan. Add cumin seeds and bay leaf.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
4. Add tomato puree and cook until oil starts to separate.
5. Add red chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. Add capsicum and sauté for 2 minutes.

Step 3: Final Touch

1. Add fresh cream and milk, stirring continuously to get a rich texture.
2. Add kasuri methi and garam masala for extra flavor.
3. Add the fried paneer and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with naan, roti, or jeera rice.

Enjoy your spicy and creamy Paneer Tofani! 🔥😋