Paneer Butter Masala

Paneer Butter Masala is a well-known, creamy tomato curry that Indians enjoy. Slices of paneer cooked in a creamy gravy are ideal for dinners with family or for any special occasion.

Ingredients:

• 250g paneer cut into cubes
• 2 1/2 tbsp butter
• 2 tablespoons of oil
• 2 medium onions, chopped very finely
• Puree 3 tomatoes to get the sauce ready.
• Use 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste.
• 1 teaspoon of red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon of garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1/2 cup of fresh cream
• Add salt to your preference.
• Use 1 tsp of kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves).
• To garnish, add some fresh coriander.

Instructions:

1. Heat a pan by adding butter and oil. Cook the onions until they have turned golden brown.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste and stir it in for 2 minutes until the kitchen smells delicious.
3. Add a can of tomato puree, one teaspoon of turmeric, one teaspoon of chili powder and some salt. Fry the masala until the oil separates.
4. Throw in the paneer cubes, sprinkle garam masala and add kasuri methi. Mix gently.
5. Add fresh cream to the tomato mixture and cook for 5 minutes on low heat.
6. Top the rice with coriander and serve it while it’s still hot.

Serve With:

Pair up with naan, roti or jeera rice for the best result.

This dish was invented in North India and today is celebrated in Punjab as well as globally for being rich and buttery.

Try this also: Creamy Butter Chicken Recipe | Authentic North Indian Restaurant-Style Murgh Makhani

🧈 Paneer Butter Masala – Calorie Count

Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200–220g)
Approximate Calories: 380–450 kcal

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🔍 Breakdown (per serving):

• Paneer (100g): ~265 kcal
• Butter (1 tbsp): ~100 kcal
• Cream (2 tbsp): ~100 kcal
• Tomato, Onion, Spices, Oil: ~30–50 kcal

🔸 Calories may vary based on the quantity of butter, cream, and oil used.

🔸 Using low-fat paneer and reducing butter/cream can lower the calorie count significantly.