Paneer Butter
Paneer Butter is a creamy, indulgent Indian dish that features soft paneer cubes simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. This high-protein meal is perfect for a satisfying dinner that tantalizes the taste buds.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Indian
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Paneer - 200 grams
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
- Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 inch, grated
- Tomato puree - 1 cup
- Heavy cream - 1/4 cup
- Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Fresh cilantro - for garnish
Steps
- Heat the butter in a pan over medium heat until melted.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oil separates from the mixture.
- Reduce the heat to low and mix in the heavy cream, followed by the garam masala, stirring well to combine.
- Cut the paneer into cubes and gently add them to the sauce, cooking for another 5 minutes to heat through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 20 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
- Total Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Contains beneficial fats that promote heart health.
Tags
IndianHigh ProteinDinner