Paneer Gravy

1Marinating the Paneer (200 grams) In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients for marination. Add the paneer (200 grams) cubes and coat them well with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2Frying the Paneer (200 grams) Heat 2 tablespoons of oil (2 tablespoons) in a pan. Add the marinated paneer (200 grams) cubes and fry them until golden brown. Remove the paneer (200 grams) cubes from the pan and set them aside.

3Tempering In the same pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil (1 tablespoon). Add the cumin seeds (1 teaspoon) and bay leaf (1). Saute for a minute until aromatic.

4Sauteing the Onions Add the finely chopped onions to the pan and saute until they turn golden brown.

5Adding Ginger-Garlic Paste (1 tablespoon) Add the ginger-garlic paste (1 tablespoon) to the pan and saute for a minute until the raw smell disappears.

6Adding Tomato Puree Add the pureed tomatoes (2 medium) to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the oil (2 tablespoons) separates.

7Preparing Cashew Nut Paste In a blender, grind the soaked cashew nuts (½ cup) with milk (½ cup) until smooth.

8Adding Cashew Nut Paste Add the cashew nut paste to the pan and mix well.

9Adding Spices Add the turmeric powder (1 teaspoon), red chili powder (1 teaspoon), coriander powder (1 teaspoon), garam masala (½ teaspoon), and cumin powder (½ teaspoon). Mix well and cook for a minute.

10Simmering the Gravy Add salt and water as required. Bring the gravy to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.

11Adding Paneer (200 grams) Cubes Add the fried paneer (200 grams) cubes to the gravy. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

12Adding Fresh Cream (2 tablespoons) Add fresh cream (2 tablespoons) and mix well. Cook for another minute.

13Garnishing Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

14Serving Suggestions Serve the delicious paneer (200 grams) gravy hot with steamed rice or naan.